Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 133-11
Responsibility of owner, operator or agent
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The owner, operator or agent in control of the building shall be responsible for the following: A. Limiting occupancy to the maximum number of persons permitted and prohibiting unlawful uses (as required by the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code). B. Posting required statements of the maximum number of occupants permitted (as required by the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code). C. Maintenance of the premises in a clean, safe and sanitary condition (as required by the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code). D. Maintenance of the operation of service facilities in good order and condition (as required by the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code). E. Maintenance of plumbing, heating and electrical equipment and systems, appliances and fixtures, as well as other building equipment and facilities, in an appropriate, good, operative, clean and sanitary condition (as required by the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code). F. Maintenance of walls, floors and ceilings in public places in a clean and sanitary condition (as required by the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code). G. Keeping exits free and clear (as required by the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code). H. Disposing of garbage, refuse and junk in a safe and sanitary manner and keeping the premises free and clear therefrom and broom-clean (as required by the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code). I. Extermination of insects, vermin, rodents, pests and elimination of harborage (as required by the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code).
Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 § 133-11 places a broad set of building-maintenance and safety responsibilities on whoever owns, operates, or controls a residential building. These duties span occupancy limits, posted notices, cleanliness, working utilities and appliances, clear exits, garbage disposal, and pest control, all aligned with the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. The provision establishes that responsibility for these conditions rests with the person in control of the building, not with individual occupants.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 § 133-11, compliant building owners and operators generally keep occupancy within posted legal limits, ensure required occupancy notices are visibly displayed, and maintain all mechanical systems—plumbing, heating, and electrical—in good working order. They also keep common areas, walls, floors, and ceilings clean and sanitary, ensure exits remain unobstructed at all times, and arrange for regular garbage removal and pest extermination. Operators typically document maintenance activities and inspections to demonstrate ongoing compliance with the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code standards referenced throughout the provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 § 133-11 establishes that the building's owner, operator, or agent—not the tenant—bears responsibility for conditions such as working utilities, pest-free premises, clear exits, and overall cleanliness of common areas. Tenants who observe conditions that appear to fall short of these standards, such as pest infestations, broken heating systems, or blocked exits, generally have the option of documenting the issue in writing and notifying the building owner or operator directly. Additional paths may include filing a complaint with the Town of Gates code enforcement office or consulting a local tenant-rights organization familiar with New York State housing standards.
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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