Mamakating, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 147-1
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A. The Town Board of the Town of Mamakating hereby determines that it is necessary for the public health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the Town of Mamakating to provide regulations where, keeping in mind the use and location, properties within the Town are kept reasonably clean and free from vermin, noxious weeds or growth and disease-bearing insects, and are properly maintained to avoid blight and nuisances, hazards, debris and litter. It is found and declared that by reason of lack of maintenance and progressive deterioration, properties and structures have the effect of creating adverse neighborhood conditions. By reason of regulations and restrictions, the public health, safety and welfare may be protected, blighted areas prevented and the desirability and value of properties maintained. B. The Town Board recognizes the importance of bona fide farms and agricultural operations and encourages such farms and agricultural operations in the Town. Accordingly, it is not intended that this chapter shall be applied to bonafide farms and agricultural operations within the Town.
Section 147-1 of Mamakating's Code of Ordinances establishes the foundational purpose behind the town's property maintenance regulations: to protect public health, safety, and general welfare by requiring that properties be kept reasonably clean and free from vermin, noxious weeds, disease-bearing insects, debris, and litter. The provision recognizes that neglected or deteriorating properties can create adverse conditions for surrounding neighborhoods and reduce property values. Notably, the section explicitly carves out bona fide farms and agricultural operations, stating that the chapter's requirements are not intended to apply to them.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 147-1, property owners and managers in Mamakating are expected to maintain their properties in a condition that avoids blight, nuisances, hazards, and accumulation of debris or litter — consistent with the public health and safety goals the Town Board has articulated. Compliant operators generally conduct routine inspections to address vermin, overgrown vegetation, and structural deterioration before conditions worsen. Owners of agricultural land should note that the exemption for bona fide farms and agricultural operations under § 147-1(B) may be relevant to how subsequent sections of Chapter 147 are applied to their properties.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 147-1 reflects the Town of Mamakating's commitment to ensuring that residential properties are maintained at a standard that protects the health, safety, and welfare of residents. Tenants living in properties affected by vermin, noxious weeds, disease-bearing insects, or hazardous debris may find that conditions violating the intent of Chapter 147 provide grounds for raising concerns with the appropriate town authority. Tenants can explore options such as filing a complaint with the Town of Mamakating, documenting conditions, or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with New York housing law for guidance on next steps.
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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