Goshen, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 75 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 75-2
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For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: COMMERCIAL PREMISES A building, structure or land, together with any garage or other accessory building and the lot upon which such buildings or structures are constructed, used for any purpose other than for single-family or multifamily purposes, including but not limited to premises used for retail purposes, business purposes or industrial purposes. Agricultural operations shall not be considered a commercial premises. MULTIFAMILY PREMISES Any building which contains more than one dwelling unit, together with any garage or other accessory buildings and the lot upon which such building or buildings are constructed. PERSON Includes the owner, tenant, occupant, mortgagee or vendee, sublessee, agent or any other person, firm or corporation directly or indirectly in control of any premises, building or part thereof or who is entitled to such control in preference of, but not necessarily in exclusion of, all others. SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE A building which contains one dwelling unit, together with any garage or other accessory building and the lot upon which such building or buildings are constructed.
Section 75-2 of Goshen, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 75 establishes the foundational definitions that govern how the rest of the chapter is applied. It distinguishes between commercial premises, multifamily premises, and single-family residences based on the number of dwelling units and the use of the property. The definition of 'person' is notably broad, encompassing not just owners but also tenants, occupants, agents, mortgagees, and others who exercise or are entitled to exercise control over a property. Agricultural operations are explicitly carved out from the definition of commercial premises.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Goshen should be aware that Chapter 75, § 75-2 defines the category of premises their property falls into, which determines how the rest of the chapter applies to them. A building with more than one dwelling unit is classified as 'multifamily premises,' while a single dwelling unit constitutes a 'single-family residence.' Operators generally confirm which classification applies to their property before taking any action governed by Chapter 75, since obligations and applicability may differ across these categories.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants in Goshen should know that § 75-2 of Chapter 75 defines 'person' broadly enough to include tenants and occupants, meaning the chapter's provisions may apply to them directly, not just to property owners. Understanding whether the property you occupy is classified as a single-family residence or multifamily premises under this section can be relevant to determining which rules apply to your situation. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Goshen's local ordinances can help clarify how these definitions affect rights and responsibilities under Chapter 75.
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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