Kingston Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 301 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 301-1
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A. The purpose of this article is to establish a registry of all residential rental property as defined herein, enabling the Town to identify persons responsible for the care and management of such properties, which will ensure the enforcement of local, state and federal regulations. B. The provisions of this article shall apply to all residential rental property containing three residential units or more located in the Town of Kingston as defined herein.
Section 301-1 of Kingston Town's Code of Ordinances establishes a registry of residential rental properties so that the Town can identify who is responsible for managing those properties. The rule applies to any residential rental property with three or more units located within the Town of Kingston. By maintaining this registry, the Town aims to support enforcement of applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 301-1, operators of residential rental properties with three or more units in the Town of Kingston are subject to the registration requirements established by this article. Compliant operators generally ensure their properties are listed in the Town's registry and that accurate contact information for responsible parties is kept current. Staying registered helps demonstrate accountability and facilitates communication with Town officials regarding regulatory compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 301-1 establishes that the Town of Kingston maintains a registry of rental properties with three or more units, which is designed in part to support enforcement of regulations that may protect tenants. If a tenant believes their landlord is not in compliance with local, state, or federal rules, the existence of this registry can be a starting point for identifying responsible parties. Tenants may consider reaching out to the Town of Kingston directly or consulting a tenant-rights organization to understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available.
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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