Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 252-26
Sidewalks
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The owner of multiple housing units or complex shall be responsible to remove and keep free all pedestrian sidewalks and handicapped ramps of snow and ice to provide for a safe walking environment.
Under Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 § 252-26, owners of multi-unit residential properties bear the responsibility for clearing snow and ice from pedestrian sidewalks and handicapped ramps on or adjacent to their properties. The rule is aimed at maintaining safe walking conditions for the public. It places the duty squarely on the property owner rather than on individual tenants or the municipality.
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Under § 252-26, operators of multiple housing units or complexes are generally expected to establish a routine for monitoring and promptly clearing snow and ice from all pedestrian sidewalks and handicapped ramps associated with their property. Compliant operators typically document their snow-removal efforts and maintain equipment or service contracts to address accumulation in a timely manner. Keeping records of when clearing was performed can be useful if questions about compliance arise.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 252-26 places the snow and ice removal obligation on the property owner, not on tenants of a multiple housing unit or complex. If sidewalks or handicapped ramps at your building remain hazardous due to uncleared snow or ice, this provision may be relevant to a complaint filed with the appropriate Manchester municipal code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help explain what options are generally available when a property owner appears to be out of compliance.
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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