Coxsackie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 106 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 106-9
Responsibilities of occupants
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An occupant of the premises shall be responsible for compliance with this section in regard to the following: A. Limiting the occupancy of that part of the premises which they occupy or control to the maximum permitted by the Village Code. 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 the building clear and unencumbered. E. Disposal of refuse, garbage and rubbish into provided facilities in a clean and sanitary manner, in accordance with the provisions of the Village Code. F. Extermination of insects, rodents or other pests within the premises. G. Maintenance of yards, lawns and courts in a clean, sanitary and safe condition and free from infestation insofar as said occupant occupies or controls said yards, lawns and courts or any parts thereof. H. Keeping of domestic animals and pets in an appropriate manner and under control. I. Elimination of all prohibited uses for that part of the premises which said occupant occupies, controls or has accessibility thereto.
Section 106-9 of Coxsackie's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 106, establishes a set of maintenance and conduct responsibilities that fall directly on the occupant of a dwelling, rather than solely on the property owner. These duties cover a broad range of conditions, including keeping occupied spaces clean and safe, maintaining plumbing and appliances properly, keeping exits clear, disposing of waste appropriately, controlling pests, maintaining outdoor areas, managing pets, and avoiding prohibited uses. The rule applies to whatever portion of the premises the occupant actually occupies or controls, meaning responsibilities are scoped to the occupant's domain rather than the entire property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 106-9, a compliant property owner or manager generally ensures that lease agreements clearly communicate to tenants the occupant-side obligations codified in Chapter 106, such as pest extermination, appliance maintenance, refuse disposal, and exit clearance. Operators typically document the condition of units at move-in and move-out to establish a baseline record of whether occupant-controlled areas were maintained in accordance with the Village Code. Keeping records of any notices sent to occupants regarding violations of these standards is a common practice for demonstrating that management responded appropriately when conditions fell short of what § 106-9 requires.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 106-9 of Coxsackie's Code of Ordinances places affirmative obligations on occupants for the areas they control, meaning tenants bear direct responsibility for cleanliness, pest control, proper waste disposal, keeping exits unobstructed, and similar conditions within their unit or yard space. Understanding these duties matters because a landlord or code-enforcement officer may cite an occupant—not just the property owner—when conditions in the tenant-controlled portion of the premises fall out of compliance with Chapter 106. Tenants who believe a landlord is improperly shifting responsibilities that belong to the owner, or who have questions about how § 106-9 applies to shared or common areas, may find it useful to consult a local tenant-rights organization or review the full Village Code for context.
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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