Johnstown Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 43 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 43-3
Use of contracted service allowed
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The property owner of any multifamily dwelling may meet their obligation as set forth in section § 45-2 by entering into and maintaining a contract for dumpster service or garbage removal service that satisfies the requirements of that section.
Section 43-3 of Johnstown Town's Code of Ordinances provides an alternative compliance pathway for multifamily dwelling owners: rather than directly managing garbage removal themselves, they may fulfill the waste-disposal obligation established in § 45-2 by contracting with a dumpster or garbage removal service. The contracted service must still meet all the requirements outlined in § 45-2. This rule expands the means of compliance without relaxing the underlying standard.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 43-3, property owners of multifamily dwellings who use a third-party dumpster or garbage removal service can satisfy their § 45-2 waste-disposal obligations through that contract, provided the service meets all § 45-2 requirements. Compliant operators typically document the contract, confirm the service schedule aligns with § 45-2 standards, and keep the agreement current and active. Allowing a contract to lapse or selecting a service that does not meet the underlying requirements would leave the obligation unfulfilled.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 43-3 confirms that a landlord's duty under § 45-2 to provide adequate garbage removal for multifamily dwellings can be met through a contracted dumpster or removal service, but the landlord remains responsible for ensuring that service meets the required standard. If garbage removal at your building appears inadequate or has been discontinued, this provision and § 45-2 together establish the baseline obligation the property owner must uphold. Tenants who believe this obligation is not being met may consider contacting the Johnstown Town code enforcement office or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand 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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