Island Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 431 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 431-21
Specific responsibilities of owners
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Owners shall be responsible for compliance with the provisions of this article and with respect to premises in regard to the following: A. Maintenance in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition; B. Disposing of garbage and refuse into provided facilities in a sanitary manner and keeping the premises free and clear therefrom; C. Extermination of insects, vermin, rodents, pests, and elimination of harborage; and D. Keeping domestic animals and pets in an appropriate manner and under control.
Island Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 431 § 431-21 places the responsibility for certain property conditions squarely on owners rather than tenants. Under this provision, owners are accountable for keeping premises clean, safe, and sanitary; properly disposing of garbage and refuse; exterminating insects, vermin, rodents, and pests; and ensuring domestic animals and pets are kept appropriately and under control. The rule establishes a baseline of habitable conditions that owners are expected to maintain regardless of who occupies the property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 431 § 431-21 of the Island Park Code of Ordinances, compliant property owners generally maintain a documented routine for cleanliness and sanitation across all premises, ensure that adequate refuse facilities are provided and kept clear, and arrange for professional pest extermination when insects, vermin, rodents, or pests are detected. Operators also typically establish and enforce clear rules regarding domestic animals and pets on the property to satisfy the control requirements of this section. Keeping records of maintenance schedules, extermination services, and any animal-related incidents can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with these owner responsibilities.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 431-21 of the Island Park Code of Ordinances gives tenants a basis to expect that their landlord will maintain the premises in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition, address pest and vermin problems, manage refuse facilities properly, and keep animals under control. If these conditions are not being met, tenants may document the issues in writing and notify the owner or property manager, and may also contact the appropriate Island Park or Nassau County code enforcement office to report violations. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand the range of options available, including raising a landlord's failure to comply with § 431-21 as a relevant factor in any housing complaint or proceeding.
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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