Haverstraw Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 171 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 171-12
Collection of rent
Operative Text
A. Notwithstanding any other provision of this article, or otherwise, no owner, landlord or other person exercising dominion and control over property determined to be occupied in violation of this article may recover any rent or other sum for the use and occupancy of such property in the Village, unless the landlord shall establish: (1) That the use of the premises was permitted to be used, during the period for which rent or use and occupancy is sought to be recovered, for the use being made of the premises; (2) That the landlord delivered to the tenant a written receipt in exchange for any rent payment received by the landlord in cash, as evidenced by a copy thereof maintained by the landlord bearing the signature of the tenant. B. The issuance of a rental permit from the Village shall constitute prima facie evidence in any proceeding to collect rent or charge for use and occupancy that the premises are legal for rent or occupancy to the extent reflected in such permit.
Section 171-12 of Haverstraw Village's Code of Ordinances establishes conditions under which a landlord may collect rent for a property that has been found to be occupied in violation of the article. Specifically, rent recovery is barred unless the landlord can show that the premises were lawfully permitted for the use in question during the relevant period, and that written receipts were provided to tenants for any cash payments. Additionally, a valid rental permit issued by the Village serves as prima facie evidence that the property is legally rentable to the extent described in that permit.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 171-12, operators who want to preserve their ability to collect rent should ensure that any property they rent holds a current Village rental permit reflecting the actual permitted use of the premises. Compliant landlords also maintain copies of signed written receipts for every cash rent payment received, as this documentation is a prerequisite for rent recovery if a violation is alleged. Keeping permit records and signed receipt copies organized and accessible is a standard practice for operators seeking to demonstrate compliance under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 171-12 provides tenants with a potential defense against rent collection if the landlord cannot show the property was lawfully permitted for its actual use during the period in question, or cannot produce signed written receipts for cash payments. If a landlord attempts to recover rent or use-and-occupancy charges in a proceeding, tenants may raise the landlord's failure to meet these requirements under § 171-12 as a defense. Tenants who believe these conditions apply to their situation may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with Haverstraw Village ordinances for general information about 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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