Lackawanna, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 154 § 154-9
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The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation of this chapter: ACCESSORY STRUCTURE A structure, the use of which is incidental to that of the mobile home, and which is attached thereto or located on the same mobile home lot. Accessory structures include, but are not limited to, portable, demountable or permanent enclosures, shade structures and carports. APPROVED Approved by the Director of Development under the regulations of this chapter, or approved by an authority designated by law or this chapter. COMMUNITY AREA An area or space within a mobile home court, including fences, walls, and other minor constructions, which is designed for joint use of occupants or restricted to nonresidential use. COMMUNITY STRUCTURE A structure within a mobile home court providing laundry, toilet, recreation, parking or other common facilities, including management office and storage buildings. GENERALLY ACCEPTED STANDARD A specification, code, rule, guide or procedure in the field of construction of mobile homes or mobile home courts or related thereto, recognized and accepted as authoritative. HABITABLE SPACE Space used for living, sleeping, eating or cooking purposes; excluding kitchenettes, bathrooms, toilet rooms, storage spaces and enclosures for equipment installations. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT Mobile home electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating, air-conditioning systems and equipment used for living purposes, including cooking and refrigeration equipment. MOBILE HOME A movable living unit equipped with a chassis and provided with the following mechanical systems and equipment: plumbing, heating, electrical, cooking, and refrigeration. (See definition of "trailer.") MOBILE HOME COURT A parcel of land which has been planned and improved for the placement of two or more mobile homes. MOBILE HOME LOT A designated site within a mobile home court for the exclusive use of the occupants of a single mobile home. MOBILE HOME STAND That part of an individual mobile home lot which has been reserved for the placement of the mobile home. PATIO A paved outdoor living space designed to supplement the mobile home living area. STORAGE LOCKER An enclosed space designed to provide auxiliary general storage space for an individual mobile home. TRAILER (TRAVEL OR VACATION) A movable living unit equipped with a chassis but lacking any of the following mechanical systems and equipment: plumbing, heating, electrical, cooking and refrigeration. (See definition of "mobile home.")
Section 154-9 of Lackawanna, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 154 establishes the official vocabulary used throughout the mobile home court regulations. Terms such as 'mobile home,' 'mobile home court,' 'mobile home lot,' and 'habitable space' carry specific, defined meanings that govern how the rest of the chapter is interpreted and applied. Notably, the definitions draw a clear distinction between a 'mobile home'—which must include plumbing, heating, electrical, cooking, and refrigeration systems—and a 'trailer,' which lacks one or more of those systems. These definitions set the interpretive foundation for all other requirements in the chapter.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and owners of mobile home courts in Lackawanna should familiarize themselves with the defined terms in § 154-9, as these definitions control how compliance obligations throughout Chapter 154 are assessed. For example, understanding the distinction between a 'mobile home lot,' a 'mobile home stand,' and a 'community area' helps clarify which spaces are subject to which rules. Compliant operators generally ensure that structures and spaces on their properties are categorized and managed in accordance with these definitions, since approvals from the Director of Development under this chapter hinge on correct classification.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of mobile home courts in Lackawanna benefit from understanding the definitions in § 154-9, because these terms shape the rights and protections that apply throughout Chapter 154. For instance, knowing what qualifies as 'habitable space' or an 'accessory structure' can be relevant when evaluating whether a landlord's actions or a property's conditions meet the chapter's standards. Tenants who believe a provision of Chapter 154 is being misapplied may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or review the full ordinance to understand how these definitions affect their situation.
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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