Huntington, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 124 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 124-17
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The owner, person-in-charge and/or occupant of a structure shall maintain the exterior and interior of the structure in compliance with the standards established in this article. The failure, neglect or refusal to comply with any one of the standards in this article shall be deemed a violation of this chapter.
Under Huntington, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 124 § 124-17, the obligation to keep a structure's exterior and interior up to the standards set out in the article falls on the owner, any person in charge, and the occupant — meaning more than one party can bear responsibility at the same time. Failing, neglecting, or refusing to meet any single standard listed in the article constitutes a violation of the chapter as a whole. The rule does not require willful intent; simple neglect is enough to trigger a violation.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Huntington, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 124 § 124-17 generally conduct routine inspections of both the exterior and interior of their structures to confirm ongoing compliance with every standard in the article. Because the provision assigns responsibility to the owner as well as any person in charge, operators typically ensure that on-site managers or agents are also familiar with the applicable standards. Documenting maintenance activities and promptly addressing deficiencies helps demonstrate that neither failure nor neglect has occurred.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Huntington, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 124 § 124-17, occupants share in the responsibility to maintain a structure in compliance with the article's standards, but the provision also places obligations directly on owners and persons in charge. Tenants who believe an owner or person in charge is failing to meet those standards may consider reporting the condition to the relevant Huntington code enforcement office, which can investigate and document violations. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can help occupants understand how this shared-responsibility framework applies to their circumstances.
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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