Milton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 132 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 132-2
Construction standards
Operative Text
No person shall undertake to construct any new building or structure in the Town of Milton without first meeting the requirements for a system or facilities for the separate disposal of waterborne sewage and domestic or trade wastes in accordance with applicable regulations of the Town of Milton and the New York State Department of Health.
Section 132-2 of Milton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 132 establishes that any new building or structure in the Town of Milton must have an approved sewage and waste disposal system in place before construction begins. The rule requires compliance with both local Town of Milton regulations and New York State Department of Health standards for handling waterborne sewage and domestic or trade wastes. No construction may proceed until these disposal requirements are satisfied.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Milton Code § 132-2, property owners and developers planning new construction are generally expected to secure approval for a compliant sewage and waste disposal system before breaking ground. Operators typically coordinate with both the Town of Milton and the New York State Department of Health to confirm that proposed systems meet all applicable standards. Maintaining documentation of that pre-construction approval is a common practice among compliant operators.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 132-2 of Milton's Code of Ordinances establishes a baseline construction standard that affects the habitability and legality of any new building in the Town of Milton. Tenants who have concerns about whether a building's sewage or waste disposal systems were properly approved may contact the Town of Milton directly or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with New York housing regulations. Raising questions about compliance with § 132-2 may also be relevant in broader conversations about a property's fitness for occupancy.
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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