Cochecton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 150 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 150-1
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The purpose of this chapter is to promote the general welfare of the Town of Cochecton, including the retention of its rural character, preservation of the qualities of its natural environment and the protection of its inhabitants, by establishing specific requirements and regulations governing the occupancy and maintenance of manufactured homes and manufactured home parks.
Section 150-1 of Cochecton's Code of Ordinances establishes the overarching purpose behind the town's manufactured home and manufactured home park regulations. The chapter is designed to protect the general welfare of Cochecton residents, preserve the town's rural character and natural environment, and set clear standards for how manufactured homes and the parks that contain them are occupied and maintained. This provision serves as the foundational statement of intent that guides interpretation of all other requirements within Chapter 150.
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Operators and owners of manufactured homes or manufactured home parks in Cochecton should understand that Chapter 150, as stated in § 150-1, was adopted with the explicit goals of preserving rural character and protecting the natural environment. Compliant operators generally align their occupancy and maintenance practices with these community values, ensuring that their properties meet the specific requirements detailed throughout the chapter. Familiarity with this purpose clause can help property managers contextualize why particular standards exist and how local officials may interpret ambiguous situations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 150-1 makes clear that Chapter 150 exists, in part, to protect the inhabitants of Cochecton — including residents of manufactured homes and manufactured home parks. Tenants living in these communities have an interest in knowing that the regulations governing their homes are grounded in a stated commitment to their welfare and the quality of their environment. Those who believe conditions in their manufactured home or park fall short of the chapter's standards may wish to consult local town officials, review the full requirements of Chapter 150, or reach out to a 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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