Brightwaters, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 107 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 107-2
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As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings as indicated: PREMISES Single-family residence or dwelling. RECORD OWNER The person or persons set forth in the latest deed or other instrument of conveyance, as filed in the office of the Suffolk County Clerk, setting forth the true and accurate owner or owners of real property.
Section 107-2 of the Brightwaters, N.Y., Code of Ordinances establishes the foundational definitions for Chapter 107. Under this provision, 'Premises' is limited to single-family residences or dwellings, meaning the chapter's rules apply only to that category of property. 'Record Owner' refers to whoever is identified as the owner in the most recent deed or conveyance instrument on file with the Suffolk County Clerk, establishing an official, document-based standard for ownership.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 107-2, a property owner subject to Chapter 107 is someone whose name appears on the most recently recorded deed or conveyance instrument at the Suffolk County Clerk's office. Compliant operators generally ensure that ownership records at the Suffolk County Clerk are current and accurately reflect the true owner, since that filing is the legal benchmark for 'Record Owner' under this chapter. Because the chapter applies specifically to single-family residences as defined in § 107-2, operators of other property types should confirm whether this chapter's obligations extend to their holdings.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 107-2 defines the scope of Chapter 107 by limiting 'Premises' to single-family residences, which means tenants in such dwellings may be covered by the protections and requirements of this chapter. The definition of 'Record Owner' ties landlord identity to official Suffolk County Clerk records, giving tenants a public reference point for identifying who is legally recognized as the property owner. Tenants who have questions about how these definitions affect their situation may find it useful to consult a tenant-rights organization or review the Suffolk County Clerk's publicly available records.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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