Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 183 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 183-54
Responsibilities of occupants
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Occupants of dwelling units shall be responsible for compliance with the housing standards in regard to the following: A. Limiting occupancy of that part of the premises which they occupy or control to the maximum permitted by the housing standards. B. Maintenance of that part of the premises which they occupy or control in a clean, sanitary and safe condition. C. Maintenance of all plumbing, cooking and refrigeration fixtures and appliances, as well as other building equipment and storage facilities in that part of the premises which they occupy or control, in a clean and sanitary condition, and providing reasonable care in the operation and use thereof. D. Keeping exits from his dwelling unit clear and unencumbered. E. Disposal of garbage and refuse into provided facilities in a clean and sanitary manner. F. Extermination of insects, rodents or other pests within their dwelling units if their units are the only ones infested in the premises. G. Hanging and removing required screens.
Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 183 § 183-54 places a set of housing-standards responsibilities directly on the people who live in a dwelling unit, rather than on the property owner. These responsibilities cover keeping occupied spaces clean, safe, and within occupancy limits; properly maintaining plumbing, cooking, and refrigeration fixtures; keeping exits clear; disposing of garbage properly; handling pest extermination when only their unit is affected; and managing required window screens. The rule draws a clear line: occupants bear accountability for conditions within the portion of the premises they occupy or control.
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Under Canton Village Code § 183-54, a compliant property operator generally documents which responsibilities have been assigned to occupants by law, so that maintenance records and lease terms reflect the statutory division of duties. Operators typically ensure that shared or common-area conditions remain their responsibility while recognizing that tenant-controlled spaces carry occupant obligations under this section. Keeping clear records of the premises' condition at move-in and throughout tenancy helps distinguish landlord-side obligations from those that § 183-54 places on occupants.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Canton Village Code § 183-54 establishes that tenants are directly responsible for conditions within the space they occupy or control, including cleanliness, safe exits, garbage disposal, pest control when only their unit is infested, and screen maintenance. Understanding this provision helps tenants recognize which obligations are theirs by law and which may remain with the landlord under other sections of Chapter 183. Tenants who have questions about how these responsibilities interact with their lease or with landlord duties may find it useful to consult a local tenant-rights organization or the relevant municipal code enforcement office.
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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