Croton-on-Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 186 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 186-4
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As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: DWELLING UNIT Shall have the same meaning as set forth in Chapter 230 , Zoning, of the Village Code. HOUSING CODE All Federal, State, County and local laws, codes, ordinances, rules and regulations applicable to housing maintenance and construction standards, including but not limited to the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the State Energy Conservation Construction Code. OWNER The owner or owners of the premises on which the rental dwelling unit is or will be located which may also include the holder of a lesser estate, a mortgagee or vendee in possession, assignee of rents, receiver, executor, trustee or agent of the owner. RENTAL UNIT A room or group of rooms consisting of all or a portion of a dwelling unit forming a single habitable unit which may be occupied by a person or persons for living or sleeping, including for a short-term rental. SHORT-TERM RENTAL A rental unit that is let by lease, license or other form of agreement for a durational time period of between one and 30 days. VILLAGE ENGINEER The Village Engineer of the Village of Croton-on-Hudson, or their qualified designee. Certified code enforcement officials working for the Village are hereby deemed inherently qualified under this chapter.
Section 186-4 of Croton-on-Hudson's Code of Ordinances establishes the foundational definitions that govern the Village's rental registration and oversight framework. Key terms such as 'Owner,' 'Rental Unit,' 'Short-Term Rental,' and 'Housing Code' are given specific meanings that apply throughout the article, ensuring consistent interpretation. Notably, a 'Short-Term Rental' is defined as any rental arrangement lasting between one and 30 days, and 'Housing Code' encompasses a broad range of federal, state, county, and local standards including the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code.
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Under § 186-4, the term 'Owner' is defined broadly to include not just titleholders but also mortgagees in possession, receivers, trustees, and agents — meaning that responsibility under this chapter can extend to parties who manage or control a property even without holding full title. Operators who rent units for any period between one and 30 days should be aware that such arrangements fall within the defined category of 'Short-Term Rental,' which carries its own regulatory implications under the article. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with all layers of the 'Housing Code' as defined here, since the term sweeps in federal, state, county, and local maintenance and construction standards.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 186-4 sets out the definitions that shape tenant protections throughout Croton-on-Hudson's rental regulations, including what qualifies as a 'Rental Unit' and who counts as an 'Owner' for purposes of accountability. Because 'Owner' is defined to include agents and other parties in control of a property, tenants may have recourse against a broader set of responsible parties — not only the titleholder — when housing standards are not met. Tenants who believe their unit does not comply with the 'Housing Code' as defined in § 186-4 may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or contact the Village to understand available complaint and enforcement pathways.
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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