Ellicott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 84 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 84-1
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The governing board of the Town of Ellicott, County of Chautauqua, State of New York, recognizing that unplanned and unregulated establishment of mobile homes, mobile home courts and trailers would seriously impede the orderly and optimum development of the town, does, following due deliberation and upon recommendation of the Town Board of Appeals, enact this section in the furtherance of the health, safety, morals and welfare of the citizens of the town.
Section 84-1 of Ellicott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 84 sets out the legislative intent behind the town's regulation of mobile homes, mobile home courts, and trailers. The Town of Ellicott, in Chautauqua County, New York, established this framework on the grounds that unregulated placement of such dwellings could hinder the town's orderly development and affect public health, safety, morals, and welfare. This provision does not impose specific requirements on its own but provides the stated rationale that informs the rest of Chapter 84.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and owners of mobile homes, mobile home courts, or trailer facilities in Ellicott should understand that Chapter 84, beginning with the legislative intent stated in § 84-1, was enacted to bring order and oversight to this type of housing. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the full scope of Chapter 84, since § 84-1 signals that the town takes an active regulatory interest in how and where these dwellings are established. Staying current with local zoning and permitting requirements that flow from this framework is a common practice among property managers in this category.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
For residents living in mobile homes or mobile home courts in Ellicott, § 84-1 of Chapter 84 reflects the town's foundational commitment to protecting the health, safety, and welfare of community members through regulation of this housing type. Understanding this legislative intent can provide useful context when reviewing other provisions in Chapter 84 that may govern conditions, rights, or obligations in your housing situation. Tenants who believe local regulations are not being followed may consider contacting the Town of Ellicott directly or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general 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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