Groton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 127 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 127-40
Conditions required prior to occupancy
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A. No manufactured housing park shall be occupied unless a valid occupancy certificate is in force in accordance with Article II of this chapter. B. A manufactured home shall not be occupied for dwelling purposes unless it is properly placed on a manufactured home stand and connected to water, sewerage and electrical facilities. C. No space shall be rented for residential use of a manufactured housing in any manufactured home park except for periods of 60 days or more. No manufactured home shall be placed in the park or occupied unless it meets the requirements of all applicable state or local requirements and all required standards for plumbing, heating and electrical systems.
Section 127-40 of Groton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 127 establishes baseline conditions that must be met before a manufactured home or park space may be occupied. A valid occupancy certificate must be in force for the park, the home must be properly situated on a designated stand and connected to water, sewer, and electrical systems, and the home itself must comply with all applicable state and local standards for plumbing, heating, and electrical systems. Additionally, spaces within a manufactured home park may only be rented for residential use for periods of 60 days or longer.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of manufactured housing parks in Groton should ensure that a valid occupancy certificate is maintained for the park at all times, as required by § 127-40. Before allowing a manufactured home to be occupied, compliant park operators confirm that the home is properly placed on an approved stand and fully connected to water, sewerage, and electrical facilities, and that it meets all applicable state and local standards for plumbing, heating, and electrical systems. Park operators also structure rental agreements to reflect the minimum 60-day occupancy period mandated by this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 127-40 of Groton's Code of Ordinances, residents of manufactured home parks have a right to occupy a space only when the park holds a valid occupancy certificate and the home meets all required connection and safety standards. If a home lacks proper utility connections or does not meet applicable plumbing, heating, or electrical standards, this provision may be relevant to any complaint or enforcement action. Tenants who believe these conditions are not being met may consider contacting the local code enforcement office or 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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