Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 112-20
Vacant buildings, structures and open spaces
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Every person owning or having charge or control of any building, structure or open spaces on any land or parcel of land which has been vacant or unoccupied for more than 30 days shall be required to: A. Remove all combustible waste and refuse therefrom and lock, barricade, bar or otherwise secure all windows, doors and other openings in all buildings or structures so as to reasonably prevent entry by unauthorized persons; B. Dispose of all garbage, litter, refuse, debris, junk and other solid waste in or about the premises in a safe and sanitary manner and keep and maintain such premises free and clear therefrom and in broom-clean condition; and C. Exterminate or eliminate all harborages of insect pests, rodents, vermin and other animal pests and keep and maintain the premises free and clear therefrom.
Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 § 112-20 establishes that any building, structure, or open space that has been vacant or unoccupied for more than 30 days must be actively maintained to a defined standard. The rule requires that combustible materials be removed, all entry points be secured against unauthorized access, all solid waste be disposed of in a sanitary manner, and the premises be kept free of insects, rodents, and other pests. The obligation applies to anyone who owns, controls, or is otherwise responsible for the property — not just the titleholder.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 § 112-20, operators of vacant properties generally establish a routine maintenance schedule that begins as soon as a property becomes unoccupied and continues throughout the vacancy period. Compliant property managers typically document the removal of combustible waste, the securing of all windows, doors, and openings, the sanitary disposal of solid waste, and the completion of pest-control measures. Keeping dated records, photographs, and contractor invoices can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with the 30-day threshold the ordinance sets.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 § 112-20 can be relevant to tenants who are living adjacent to or are otherwise affected by a neglected vacant property, as the ordinance sets clear maintenance obligations for whoever controls that property. If a neighboring or connected vacant structure appears unsecured, waste-filled, or pest-infested, tenants may have grounds to report the condition to the appropriate Manorhaven municipal authority responsible for code enforcement. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing advocates can help identify which local office handles complaints under this provision and what documentation may be useful to gather.
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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