Castleton-on-Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 141 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 141-2
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It is the purpose of this chapter to regulate house trailer and house trailer camps and/or parks within the Village of Castleton-on-Hudson, to require that such camps be laid out and constructed in accordance with plans approved by the Rensselaer County Health Department; to prescribe regulations for said camps and/or parks; to require the registration of occupants of said camps and/or parks and to regulate the parking and location of house trailers outside of such camps and/or parks.
Section 141-2 of Castleton-on-Hudson's Code of Ordinances establishes the overarching purpose of Chapter 141, which governs house trailers and the camps or parks where they are situated within the Village. The chapter sets out a framework that covers physical layout and construction standards, occupant registration requirements, and rules about where trailers may be parked outside of designated camps or parks. Plans for such camps must receive approval from the Rensselaer County Health Department before development proceeds.
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Operators and owners of house trailer camps or parks in Castleton-on-Hudson should be aware that Chapter 141, § 141-2 signals a comprehensive regulatory scheme covering site planning, construction, and ongoing operations. Compliant operators generally ensure their camp or park layout and construction plans are submitted to and approved by the Rensselaer County Health Department, maintain accurate registration records for occupants, and adhere to the village's rules governing trailer placement outside designated areas. Understanding this foundational purpose section helps operators anticipate the scope of obligations detailed throughout the rest of Chapter 141.
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Residents living in house trailers or trailer camps within Castleton-on-Hudson should know that § 141-2 establishes the village's authority to regulate their living environment, including the physical standards of the camp or park and the registration of occupants. This provision also signals that trailers parked outside of designated camps or parks are subject to village regulation. Tenants who have questions about their rights or the conditions of their trailer camp may find it useful to review the full Chapter 141, consult the village's code enforcement office, or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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