Cohoes, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 215 § 215-35
Garbage and refuse
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A. Adequate sanitary facilities and methods shall be used for the collection, storage, handling and disposal of garbage and refuse. B. In multiple dwellings, it shall be prohibited to store or accumulate garbage or refuse in public halls and stairways.
Chapter 215, Section 215-35 of the Cohoes Code of Ordinances establishes two related requirements for garbage and refuse management in residential properties. First, all collection, storage, handling, and disposal of garbage and refuse must use adequate sanitary facilities and methods. Second, in multiple dwellings specifically, garbage and refuse may not be stored or accumulated in public halls and stairways.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of residential properties in Cohoes, particularly multiple dwellings, generally maintain compliant sanitary systems for garbage collection, storage, handling, and disposal as required under § 215-35. In multi-unit buildings, compliant operators ensure that garbage and refuse are kept out of shared public halls and stairways at all times, typically by providing designated refuse storage areas. Routine inspections of common areas and waste management systems help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 215-35 of the Cohoes Code of Ordinances, tenants in multiple dwellings have an interest in living in buildings where garbage is properly managed and where public halls and stairways are kept free of accumulated refuse. If garbage is being stored in common areas or sanitary disposal methods are not being maintained, tenants may consider documenting the conditions and reporting concerns to the appropriate Cohoes municipal code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can help residents understand the options available to them under this provision.
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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