Fallsburg, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 156-50
Responsibilities of lodging house operators
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Lodging house operators shall be responsible for compliance with the housing standards in regard to the following: A. Limiting occupancy to the maximum permitted by the housing standards. B. Maintenance of safe and sanitary conditions in all parts of lodging house premises. C. Maintenance and operation of all required service facilities. D. Maintenance of all plumbing, cooking and refrigeration fixtures and appliances within his control as well as other building equipment and facilities, in an operative, clean and sanitary condition. E. Sanitary maintenance of walls, floors and ceilings. F. Keeping exits clear and unencumbered. G. Disposal of building garbage and refuse in a clean and sanitary manner. H. Extermination of insects, rodents, or other pests on the premises. I. Hanging and removing required screens.
Section 156-50 of Fallsburg's Code of Ordinances establishes a comprehensive set of housing-standard responsibilities that fall squarely on lodging house operators rather than on tenants or guests. The rule covers a wide range of conditions, from capping occupancy at permitted levels and keeping exits clear, to maintaining plumbing and refrigeration equipment, controlling pests, and disposing of garbage properly. Sanitary upkeep of walls, floors, ceilings, and required screens is also explicitly included within the operator's duty of compliance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 156-50 of Fallsburg's Code of Ordinances, compliant lodging house operators generally track and enforce the maximum occupancy limits set by applicable housing standards and conduct regular inspections of all common and service areas. They keep plumbing, cooking, and refrigeration fixtures in working, sanitary order; ensure exits remain clear at all times; and maintain a documented pest-control program covering insects, rodents, and other pests. Routine attention to garbage disposal, screen installation and removal, and the sanitary condition of walls, floors, and ceilings are also part of the compliance picture under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 156-50 of Fallsburg's Code of Ordinances places the burden of maintaining safe, sanitary, and properly equipped lodging house premises on the operator, not on residents. If conditions such as pest infestations, blocked exits, broken plumbing, or unsanitary common areas are present, those conditions may constitute a failure of the operator's legal obligations under this provision. Tenants who believe these standards are not being met can document the conditions, contact the relevant local code-enforcement or housing authority in Fallsburg, or reach out to a tenant-rights organization to understand the range of options available to them.
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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