Kingston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 331 § 331-2
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The City of Kingston Pursuant to § 213-2(b) of Article 6-A of the Real Property Law of the State of New York, the City of Kingston defines "small landlord," for purposes of this chapter, to mean a landlord of no more than one unit anywhere in the State of New York.
Section 331-2 of the Kingston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances establishes a local definition of "small landlord" for use throughout Chapter 331. Under this definition, a landlord qualifies as a "small landlord" only if they own no more than one rental unit anywhere in the entire State of New York. This definition is adopted pursuant to the authority granted by § 213-2(b) of Article 6-A of New York's Real Property Law.
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Property owners subject to Chapter 331 should be aware that § 331-2 sets a strict threshold for "small landlord" status: ownership of no more than one rental unit statewide. Operators who own multiple units—even if located in different municipalities across New York—would not qualify under this definition. Landlords who believe they may meet this definition should review how "small landlord" status affects their obligations and any applicable exemptions under the rest of Chapter 331.
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Section 331-2 defines who counts as a "small landlord" under Kingston's Chapter 331, which can affect what protections or rules apply to a tenancy. Tenants whose landlord claims "small landlord" status may want to verify whether that landlord truly owns no more than one unit anywhere in New York State, since the definition is statewide in scope. Tenant-rights organizations or a local rent board can help tenants understand how this classification affects their rights under the chapter.
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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