Haverstraw Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 169 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 169-10
Responsibilities of occupants
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An occupant of premises shall be responsible for compliance with this chapter in regard to the following: A. Maintenance of that part of the premises which he or she occupies or controls in a clean, sanitary and safe condition. B. Maintenance of all plumbing, cooking and refrigeration fixtures and appliances, as well as other building equipment and storage facilities, in that part of the premises which he or she occupies or controls in a clean and sanitary condition and providing reasonable care in the operation and use thereof. C. Keeping exits from the building or occupant's portion thereof clear and unobstructed. D. Disposal of garbage and refuse into appropriate facilities in a clean and sanitary manner, in accordance with any applicable provisions of the Village Code. E. Extermination of insects, rodents or other pests within the premises. F. Maintenance of yards, lawns and courts in a clean, sanitary and safe condition and free from infestation by rodents or vermin, insofar as said occupant occupies or controls said yards, lawns or any parts thereof. G. The installation and removal of required screens. H. Keeping domestic animals and pets in an appropriate manner and under control, in accordance with any other regulations of the Village. I. Elimination of all prohibited uses for that part of the premises which he or she occupies, controls or has accessibility thereto.
Section 169-10 of Haverstraw Village's Code of Ordinances places a range of upkeep and safety responsibilities directly on the people who occupy a dwelling, rather than solely on the property owner. Occupants are required to keep their living spaces, fixtures, appliances, and any yards or outdoor areas they control clean, sanitary, and safe. The provision also covers duties such as keeping exits clear, properly disposing of garbage, controlling pests, managing pets in accordance with Village rules, and eliminating any prohibited uses of the space they occupy or access.
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Under § 169-10, a compliant property owner or manager generally documents which maintenance and upkeep obligations have been allocated to occupants by the terms of a lease, since the code assigns many day-to-day responsibilities—such as pest extermination, refuse disposal, and fixture care—directly to the occupant. Operators typically retain records of property conditions at move-in and move-out to distinguish between landlord-side obligations and those that fall under the occupant's duties per this chapter. Staying familiar with the full scope of Chapter 169 helps managers identify where their own responsibilities begin when an occupant's control over a space ends.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 169-10 of Haverstraw Village's Code of Ordinances outlines specific obligations that fall on you as an occupant, including keeping your unit and any outdoor areas you control clean and safe, maintaining appliances properly, clearing exits, disposing of waste correctly, and addressing pest problems. Understanding these duties can help you distinguish between issues that are your responsibility and those that may remain with the property owner under other provisions of Chapter 169. Tenants who have questions about how these responsibilities interact with their lease or with landlord obligations may find it helpful to consult a tenant-rights organization or review the full Village Code.
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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