Massena, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 186 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 186-82
Responsibilities of lodging house operators
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Lodging house operators shall be responsible for compliance with the housing standards in regard to the following: A. Limiting occupancy to the maximum permitted by the housing standards. B. Maintenance of safe and sanitary conditions in all parts of lodging house premises. C. Maintenance and operation of all required service facilities. D. Maintenance of all plumbing, cooking and refrigeration fixtures and appliances within his control, as well as other building equipment and facilities, in an operative, clean and sanitary condition. E. Sanitary maintenance of walls, floors and ceilings. F. Keeping exits clear and unencumbered. G. Disposal of building garbage and refuse in a clean and sanitary manner. H. Extermination of insects, rodents or other pests on the premises. I. Hanging and removing required screens.
Section 186-82 of Massena's Code of Ordinances establishes a comprehensive set of housing-standards obligations that fall specifically on lodging house operators rather than on tenants or other parties. The rule covers a wide range of physical conditions, including occupancy limits, sanitation of walls and floors, functioning plumbing and cooking equipment, pest control, clear exits, and proper garbage disposal. Operators are also responsible for installing and removing required window screens at appropriate times. Together, these duties define the baseline habitability and safety conditions a lodging house must maintain under Massena law.
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Under § 186-82, compliant lodging house operators in Massena generally keep all common and private areas clean and sanitary, ensure that plumbing, cooking, and refrigeration fixtures remain in working order, and actively manage pest control and refuse disposal. Operators also track and enforce the maximum occupancy limits set by the housing standards and make sure all exits remain clear and unobstructed at all times. Maintaining records of maintenance activities, screen installation schedules, and extermination services can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with the full list of duties enumerated in this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 186-82 places the responsibility for safe and sanitary lodging house conditions squarely on the operator, meaning tenants in Massena lodging houses have a basis to raise concerns when conditions such as pest infestations, broken plumbing, blocked exits, or unsanitary common areas are present. Tenants may report potential violations to the local code enforcement or housing authority in Massena, which has authority to inspect and act on complaints related to this provision. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help individuals understand what documentation to gather and what remedies may be available when an operator appears to be out of compliance with § 186-82.
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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