Fonda, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 112-6
Open areas and parking spaces
Operative Text
A. Surface or subsurface water shall be appropriately drained to protect buildings and structures and to prevent the development of stagnant ponds. Gutters, culverts, catch basins, drain inlets, stormwater sewers or other satisfactory drainage systems shall be utilized where necessary. No roof, surface or sanitary drainage shall create a structural, safety or health hazard by reason of construction, maintenance or manner of discharge. B. Fences and other minor construction shall be maintained in a safe and substantial condition. This section shall not apply to fences used strictly for agricultural purposes. C. Steps, walks, driveways, parking spaces and similar paved areas shall be maintained so as to afford safe passage under normal use and weather conditions. Any holes or other hazards that may exist shall be filled and necessary repairs or replacement carried out. D. Yards and vacant lots shall be kept clean and free of physical hazards, rodent harborage and infestation. They shall be maintained in a manner that will prevent dust and other particles from being blown about the neighborhood. Open wells, cesspools or cisterns shall be securely closed and barricaded from access to the public. E. All land must be kept free of dead or dying trees and accumulations of brush, shrubs, weeds, grass, leaves, stumps, excessive roots or noxious growths, garbage, refuse or debris which would either tend to start a fire or increase the intensity of a fire already started or cause poisoning or irritation to people or animals or tend to cause or enhance an unhealthy or dangerous, obnoxious condition on said property or on any adjacent or neighboring property.
Section 112-6 of Fonda, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 112 establishes standards for the maintenance of open areas and parking spaces on properties. It requires that water drainage systems be functional and safe, that fences and paved surfaces be kept in good repair, and that yards and vacant lots remain free of hazards, pests, and fire-prone vegetation. Open wells, cesspools, and cisterns must be securely closed, and no drainage system may create structural, safety, or health hazards.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to § 112-6 of Fonda's Code of Ordinances generally maintain functional drainage infrastructure—such as gutters, culverts, and catch basins—to prevent stagnant water accumulation. Compliant operators routinely inspect and repair fences, walkways, driveways, and parking areas to ensure safe passage, and promptly fill holes or other surface hazards. They also keep yards clear of dead trees, brush, weeds, debris, and other materials that could harbor pests or contribute to fire risk, and ensure that any open wells or cisterns on the property are securely barricaded.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 112-6 of Fonda, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 112, tenants have an interest in knowing that the open areas, parking spaces, and yards associated with their rental property must be maintained to specific safety and habitability standards. If drainage failures, deteriorated fences, hazardous pavement, pest infestations, or fire-prone debris are present, these conditions may constitute violations of this provision. Tenants who observe such conditions can document them and consider reporting the issue to the appropriate local code enforcement authority or consulting a tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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