Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 122-76
Responsibilities of occupants
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Occupants of dwelling units shall be responsible for compliance with the housing standards in regard to the following: A. Limiting occupancy of that part of the premises which he occupies or controls to the maximum permitted by the housing standards. B. Maintaining that part of the premises which he occupies or controls in a clean, sanitary and safe condition. C. Maintaining 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 occupies or controls, in a clean and sanitary condition, and providing reasonable care in the operation and use thereof. D. Keeping exits from his dwelling unit clear and unencumbered. E. Disposal of garbage and refuse into provided facilities in a clean and sanitary manner. F. Extermination of insects, rodents or other pests within his dwelling unit if his unit is the only one infested in the premises. G. Hanging and removing required screens. H. Keeping his domestic animals and pets in an appropriate manner and under control.
Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 § 122-76 places a set of housing-standards responsibilities directly on the people who live in dwelling units, rather than solely on property owners. Occupants are required to keep their portion of the premises clean, safe, and sanitary; maintain plumbing, cooking, and refrigeration equipment properly; keep exits clear; dispose of garbage appropriately; and control pests when only their unit is affected. The provision also covers occupancy limits, screen maintenance, and the proper keeping of pets.
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Under § 122-76, a compliant operator generally documents occupancy limits clearly in lease agreements so tenants understand the maximum occupancy standards that apply to their unit. Property managers typically retain records showing that shared building systems and common areas are maintained on the owner's side, which helps distinguish owner obligations from the tenant responsibilities enumerated in this section. Operators also commonly include lease language that mirrors the occupant duties listed in § 122-76, reinforcing that tenants bear responsibility for cleanliness, pest control in solely infested units, and proper refuse disposal within their own spaces.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 122-76 of the Highland Falls Code of Ordinances outlines specific duties that fall on occupants themselves, including keeping exits unobstructed, maintaining sanitary conditions in their unit, and handling extermination when only their unit is infested. Understanding these responsibilities can be important if a code-enforcement complaint is filed, because the provision clarifies which obligations belong to the occupant rather than the landlord. Tenants who have questions about how these duties interact with their landlord's obligations, or who believe a violation has been incorrectly attributed to them, may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or review the broader provisions of ch. 122 for context.
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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