Kingston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 333 § 333-6
Garbage and refuse
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A. Adequate sanitary facilities and methods shall be used for the collection, storage, handling and disposal of garbage and refuse within rental dwellings. Storage containers in rental dwellings shall be of an approved flame-resistant material. B. The accumulation or storage of garbage or refuse in public halls or stairways shall be prohibited. C. Tenants should not place loose bags of garbage and or recyclables outside the premises or in a garage area, except within the confines of a receptacle designed for such use. D. Tenants shall not store or leave interior furniture outdoors except for disposal in accordance with applicable rules and regulations of the Department of Public Works.
Kingston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 333 § 333-6 establishes rules for how garbage and refuse must be handled in rental dwellings. Sanitary collection and storage methods are required, storage containers must be made of approved flame-resistant materials, and accumulation of garbage in shared hallways or stairways is prohibited. Loose bags of garbage or recyclables may not be left outside the premises or in garage areas unless placed inside a proper receptacle, and interior furniture may not be stored or left outdoors except when being disposed of according to Department of Public Works rules.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Kingston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 333 § 333-6, compliant rental property operators generally ensure that adequate sanitary facilities are in place for garbage collection and storage, and that all storage containers on the property are made of approved flame-resistant materials. Operators typically take steps to keep shared hallways and stairways free of accumulated garbage or refuse, and provide tenants with appropriate receptacles for bagged garbage and recyclables. Maintaining clear written guidance for tenants about proper disposal practices—including furniture disposal through the Department of Public Works—is a common part of responsible property management under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Kingston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 333 § 333-6 gives tenants a clear picture of their responsibilities and the standards that apply to their rental dwelling. Tenants are expected to use proper receptacles for garbage and recyclables rather than leaving loose bags outside or in garage areas, and interior furniture must not be left outdoors except when being disposed of in accordance with Department of Public Works rules. Tenants who believe their building is not being maintained in compliance with this provision—for example, if shared hallways are being used for garbage storage—may consider contacting Kingston's local code enforcement office or a 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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