Ellenville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 142 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 142-8
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The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation of this chapter: ACCESSORY STRUCTURE A structure, the use of which is incidental to that of the mobile home and which is attached thereto or located on the same mobile home lot. "Accessory structures" include, but are not limited to, portable, demountable or permanent enclosures, shade structures and carports. APPROVED Approved by the administrative officer under the regulations of this chapter or approved by an authority designated by law or this chapter. COMMUNITY AREA An area or space within a mobile home court, including fences, walls and other minor constructions, which is designated for joint use of occupants or restricted to nonresidential use. COMMUNITY STRUCTURE A structure within a mobile home court providing laundry, toilet, recreation, parking or other common facilities, including management office and storage buildings. GENERALLY ACCEPTED STANDARD A specification, code, rule, guide or procedure in the field of construction of mobile homes or mobile home courts or related thereto, recognized and accepted as authoritative. HABITABLE SPACE Space used for living, sleeping, eating or cooking purposes, excluding kitchenettes, bathrooms, toilet rooms, storage spaces and enclosures for equipment installations. HOUSE TRAILER Includes any vehicle used or capable of being used as sleeping or living quarters, mounted on wheels, and includes an automobile trailer equipped with living quarters or sleeping facilities and a house car. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT Mobile home electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating and air-conditioning systems and equipment used for living purposes, including cooking and refrigeration equipment. MOBILE HOME A movable living unit equipped with a chassis and provided with the following mechanical systems and equipment: plumbing, heating, electrical, cooking and refrigeration. See "trailer." MOBILE HOME COURT A parcel of land which has been planned and improved for the placement of two or more mobile homes. MOBILE HOME LOT A designated site within a mobile home court for the exclusive use of the occupants of a single mobile home. MOBILE HOME STAND That part of an individual mobile home lot which has been reserved for the placement of the mobile home. PATIO A paved outdoor living space designated to supplement the mobile home living area. RECREATIONAL VEHICLE A vehicular, portable structure without a permanent foundation or supports, which can be towed, hauled or driven, which is not designed for permanent connection to utility systems and is primarily designed for use as temporary living accommodations for recreation, camping or travel purposes. Such vehicles include but are not limited to travel trailers, truck campers, camping trailers and self-propelled motor homes. STORAGE LOCKER An enclosed space designed to provide auxiliary general storage space for an individual mobile home. TRAILER (TRAVEL OR VACATION) A movable living unit equipped with a chassis but lacking any of the following mechanical systems and equipment: plumbing, heating, electrical, cooking and refrigeration. See "mobile home."
Section 142-8 of Ellenville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 142 establishes the vocabulary used throughout the mobile home court regulations. It draws distinctions between key terms such as "mobile home" (a fully equipped movable unit with plumbing, heating, electrical, cooking, and refrigeration systems) and a "trailer" (a similar unit lacking one or more of those systems). Other defined terms—including mobile home court, mobile home lot, accessory structure, and recreational vehicle—set the boundaries for how the rest of the chapter's rules are applied. These definitions determine which structures, spaces, and vehicles fall under the chapter's requirements.
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Operators and owners of mobile home courts in Ellenville should be familiar with the specific definitions established in § 142-8, as these terms govern how all other provisions of Chapter 142 are interpreted and enforced. For example, the distinction between a "mobile home" and a "trailer" affects which units must meet full mechanical-systems standards, while definitions like "mobile home lot" and "community area" clarify the scope of maintenance and use obligations for different parts of the property. Compliant operators generally apply these definitions consistently when evaluating what structures or vehicles may be placed on lots and what facilities must be provided in community areas.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of mobile home courts in Ellenville benefit from understanding the definitions in § 142-8, because these terms shape the rights and protections available under the rest of Chapter 142. For instance, whether a unit qualifies as a "mobile home" or a "trailer" may affect what standards apply to the space a resident occupies. Tenants who believe a term is being misapplied in a way that affects their housing conditions may wish to review the full chapter, consult a local tenant-rights organization, or contact the relevant municipal authority for guidance.
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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