East Fishkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 131 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 131-2
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It is the purpose of this chapter to regulate mobile home parks or camps and the use of house trailers in the Town of East Fishkill, Dutchess County, New York, for the promotion of the health, safety, morals and general welfare of the residents of the Town of East Fishkill.
Section 131-2 of East Fishkill's Code of Ordinances establishes the overarching purpose of Chapter 131, which is to regulate mobile home parks, camps, and the use of house trailers within the Town of East Fishkill, Dutchess County, New York. The chapter is grounded in the town's interest in protecting the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of its residents. This provision does not itself impose specific requirements but sets the interpretive foundation for all regulations that follow within the chapter.
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Operators of mobile home parks or camps in East Fishkill should understand that Chapter 131, as stated in § 131-2, was enacted with broad public-welfare goals in mind. Compliant operators generally align their practices with health, safety, and community standards, recognizing that subsequent sections of the chapter derive their authority from this stated purpose. Familiarity with this foundational provision can help property managers contextualize the specific operational requirements found elsewhere in Chapter 131.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of mobile home parks or camps in East Fishkill benefit from knowing that § 131-2 frames the entire chapter around protecting their health, safety, morals, and general welfare. This purpose statement can be relevant when evaluating whether specific park conditions or management practices align with the chapter's intent. Tenants who believe conditions in their park fall short of these standards may wish to consult local town offices, a tenant-rights organization, or legal aid to understand which specific provisions of Chapter 131 may apply.
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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