Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 158-62
Vacant units to comply prior to occupancy
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No person shall occupy, or permit to be occupied by another, any vacant dwelling or dwelling unit, unless or until it is in good repair, clean, sanitary, in habitable condition and in full compliance with all the provisions of this chapter and the rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto.
Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-62 establishes that a vacant dwelling or dwelling unit must meet a defined standard of condition before anyone moves in. Specifically, the unit must be in good repair, clean, sanitary, and habitable, and it must fully comply with all other requirements of Chapter 158 and any related rules. Neither the owner nor any other person may allow occupancy until all of those conditions are satisfied.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-62, compliant property operators generally inspect and remediate vacant units before any new tenancy begins, addressing repairs, cleanliness, sanitation, and habitability. Operators also confirm that the unit meets every applicable requirement of Chapter 158 and its implementing regulations before handing over keys or executing a lease. Maintaining documentation of pre-occupancy inspections and completed repairs is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-62 gives prospective and new tenants a basis to expect that any unit they are offered or placed in has already been brought into good repair, clean, sanitary, and habitable condition before they move in. If a unit appears to fall short of those standards at the time of occupancy, tenants may have grounds to raise a violation of this provision when dealing with the landlord or relevant local authorities. Tenant-rights organizations and local code enforcement offices can be useful resources for understanding what options may be available under Chapter 158.
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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