Haverstraw Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 169 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 169-12

Property under construction

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Haverstraw Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 169 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 169-12
A. For purposes of enforcement of this chapter, if work is being done on the property, either the prime or general contractor or the owner shall be held responsible. B. Materials may be stored in any area of the property upon which construction is being carried on, provided that the method of storage and the materials stored are in compliance with the requirements of this chapter. In no event shall such storage be permitted for a period exceeding one year. C. Drainage crossing the property being developed must be maintained during the period of development, and no materials may be stored, land disturbed or other work done to interfere with existing drainage. D. The person responsible as herein established shall take all necessary and reasonable steps to ensure that there will not be an unusual or unwarranted amount of dust and debris blown onto or across neighboring or nearby properties. E. Construction roads must be oiled or kept wet or properly treated to decrease the spread of dust and mud. F. A temporary cover such as rye grass or a mulch must be applied on land that has been stripped of its protective vegetation during the course of its construction to prevent the spread of dust and mud. G. All excavations in or near a public or private walkway or street must be properly guarded and protected at all times by lights, flags, barricades or other warnings sufficient in kind and amount to warn the public of the danger of falling into the excavation. H. Temporary electrical service must be through electric lines that are weather- and waterproof; such lines must not cross public walkways or highways on the ground, nor shall they be placed on the ground in areas subject to construction equipment traffic. I. Grounds and buildings must be kept free of debris such as broken glass, boards with fastenings protruding and other articles making travel around the job site dangerous and unsafe.
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Plain English

Section 169-12 of Haverstraw Village's Code of Ordinances establishes a set of safety, environmental, and operational standards that apply to properties actively under construction. Responsibility for compliance falls on either the prime or general contractor or the property owner. The provision covers a broad range of conditions, including material storage limits, dust and debris control, drainage preservation, excavation guarding, temporary electrical safety, and general site cleanliness.

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For Property Managers

Under § 169-12, property owners involved in construction projects in Haverstraw Village are jointly responsible with contractors for maintaining compliant site conditions throughout the duration of work. Compliant operators generally ensure that stored materials do not remain on-site beyond one year, that existing drainage is not disrupted, that dust and mud controls such as road oiling and temporary vegetation cover are in place, and that excavations near walkways are properly barricaded and lit. Keeping the site free of hazardous debris and ensuring temporary electrical lines are weatherproof and routed safely are also standard practices under this section.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 169-12 establishes protections that benefit neighboring residents and the general public by requiring construction sites in Haverstraw Village to control dust, debris, and drainage impacts on surrounding properties. If a nearby construction project appears to be causing dust, debris, or drainage problems that affect your property, this provision may be relevant to any complaint or enforcement inquiry. Residents can generally report potential violations to the appropriate Haverstraw Village code enforcement office, and consulting a tenant-rights organization can help clarify what remedies or complaint processes may be available.

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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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

Haverstraw Village Code § 169-16
Haverstraw Village Code § 169-16

Related Rules

§ 244.260
Compliance required
§ 14.567
ADOPTED BY REFERENCE
§ 244.340
Sewer and water connections

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