Huntington, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 124 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 124-22
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The owner, person-in-charge and/or occupant of a structure, as the case may be, 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.
Section 124-22 of Huntington, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 124 establishes that responsibility for keeping a structure's interior and exterior up to the code's maintenance standards falls on the owner, person-in-charge, and/or occupant, depending on the circumstances. Any failure, neglect, or refusal to meet even a single standard listed in the article constitutes a violation of the chapter. The rule distributes accountability broadly, meaning more than one party may bear responsibility for the same property at the same time.
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Under § 124-22, property owners and persons-in-charge are among those explicitly named as responsible for maintaining both the interior and exterior of a structure in compliance with Chapter 124's standards. Compliant operators generally conduct routine inspections of their properties, address maintenance deficiencies promptly, and keep records of repairs to demonstrate ongoing adherence to the article's requirements. Because the provision treats any single failure to comply as a chapter violation, a proactive maintenance program covering all standards in the article is a hallmark of responsible property management in Huntington.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 124-22 makes clear that occupants, alongside owners and persons-in-charge, may share responsibility for maintaining a structure in compliance with Chapter 124's standards. Tenants who believe an owner or person-in-charge is failing to uphold those standards can document the conditions, notify the responsible party in writing, and contact the appropriate Huntington municipal enforcement office to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Huntington's local code can help occupants understand which maintenance obligations fall on the owner versus the occupant under this provision.
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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