Massena, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 186 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 186-57
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A. Mobile home design and construction shall conform to generally accepted standards of the mobile home industry. B. Materials, assemblies and equipment shall conform to generally accepted standards with respect to strength, durability, corrosion and fire resistance, and other qualities recognized under such standards. C. Habitable and nonhabitable space shall be arranged, located, lighted and ventilated so as to be appropriate for the intended use. D. Mechanical systems and equipment shall be designed, installed and located so that under normal conditions of use such systems and equipment shall be capable of functioning safely and efficiently without being forced to operate beyond the designed capacity. E. Equipment requiring operation, inspection or maintenance shall be located so that easy access to it is provided. F. Plumbing, heating and electrical systems shall be properly connected to approved sources of supply when a mobile home is in a fixed location and occupied for living purposes. G. Mobile home units, including mechanical systems and equipment, shall be maintained and operated so as to be free of conditions conducive to personal injury or detrimental to health or welfare.
Section 186-57 of Massena's Code of Ordinances establishes baseline design, construction, and maintenance standards for mobile homes. It requires that the physical structure, materials, and mechanical systems meet recognized industry standards for safety, durability, and fire resistance. Habitable spaces must be properly arranged, lit, and ventilated, and all plumbing, heating, and electrical systems must be connected to approved supply sources when the unit is occupied. The overall goal of the provision is to ensure mobile homes remain free of conditions that could cause personal injury or harm to health and welfare.
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Under Massena Code § 186-57, operators and owners of mobile homes or mobile home parks are generally expected to ensure that each unit conforms to accepted industry construction standards and that all mechanical, plumbing, heating, and electrical systems are properly installed, connected, and maintained. Compliant operators typically conduct regular inspections to verify that equipment is accessible for servicing and that systems are not operating beyond their designed capacity. Keeping documentation of maintenance activities and ensuring that habitable spaces meet lighting and ventilation requirements are practices consistent with the ongoing obligations this section establishes.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 186-57 of the Massena Code gives residents of mobile homes a basis to expect that their unit is constructed to industry standards and kept free of conditions hazardous to health or safety. If a tenant believes their unit has unsafe mechanical systems, inadequate ventilation, or improperly connected utilities, they may have grounds to raise those conditions as a concern with local code enforcement authorities in Massena. Tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help residents understand what documentation to gather and what local complaint processes may be available under this provision.
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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