Coxsackie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 106 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 106-4
Open areas and parking spaces
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A. Surface and subsurface water shall be appropriately drained to protect buildings and structures and to prevent the development of stagnant ponds. Gutters, culverts, catch basins, drain inlets, stormwater sewers or other satisfactory drainage systems shall be utilized where necessary. No roof, surface or sanitary drainage shall create a structural, safety or health hazard by reason of construction, maintenance or manner of discharge. B. Fences and other minor construction shall be maintained in a safe and structurally sound condition. C. Steps, walks, driveways, parking spaces and similar paved areas shall be maintained so as to afford safe passage under normal use and weather conditions. Any holes or other hazards that may exist shall be filled and necessary repairs or replacement carried out. D. Yards, courts and vacant lots shall be kept clean and free of physical hazards, rodent harborage and infestation. They shall be maintained in a manner that will prevent dust or other particles from being blown about the neighborhood. Open wells, cesspools or cisterns shall be securely closed or barricaded from access to the public. E. Lawns and landscaping shall be maintained with all dead shrubs and/or trees removed or replaced. Heavy undergrowth and accumulations of plant growth which are noxious or detrimental to health shall be eliminated. Any trees or portions thereof located on private property and constituting a hazard to persons or property shall be removed. F. The owner or occupant of any lot or parcel of land fronting on a public street in the Village of Coxsackie shall be required to maintain the grass, weeds and brush on the premises and right-of-way at a height no higher than 10 inches or at the direction of the Superintendent of the Department of Public Works. G. An inoperable motor vehicle may not be parked, stored or left in the open unless it is undergoing active repair or restoration, which is completed within one year. The Code Enforcement Officer is authorized to make exceptions on a case-by-case basis, such as for long-term storage of a vehicle belonging to a family member serving in the military or away at school.
Coxsackie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 106 § 106-4 establishes a broad set of standards for the upkeep of open areas and parking spaces on private property. Drainage systems must be kept functional, fences and paved surfaces must be safe, and yards must be free of hazards, pests, and excessive plant growth. Grass, weeds, and brush along public street frontages must be kept at or below 10 inches, and inoperable vehicles may not be left in the open unless actively being repaired or restored within a one-year window.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Coxsackie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 106 § 106-4 generally maintain drainage infrastructure, repair holes or damage in walkways and parking areas, and keep yards clear of rodent harborage and overgrown vegetation. Compliant operators also ensure that grass and brush along street-facing right-of-ways stays at or below 10 inches, or at whatever height the Superintendent of the Department of Public Works directs. When an inoperable vehicle is present on the property, operators typically document that active repair or restoration is underway and that it will be completed within the one-year limit, or seek a formal exception from the Code Enforcement Officer.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in properties covered by Coxsackie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 106 § 106-4 have an interest in safe, well-maintained outdoor areas, including functional drainage, hazard-free walkways and parking spaces, and yards kept free of pests and dangerous vegetation. If conditions such as standing water, broken pavement, or rodent infestation are present, tenants may document the issues and report them to the Village's Code Enforcement Officer, who has authority under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations or local housing agencies can help clarify what remedies or complaint processes may be available in a given situation.
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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