Monroe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 40 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 40-22.1
Exemptions
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A. This chapter shall not apply to the following legally existing properties for which a certificate of occupancy is valid: (1) Properties used solely for nonresidential purposes. (2) A lot where at least one dwelling unit is the primary and permanent residence of the owner or owner's immediate family for no less than six months in any calendar year. (3) Short-term rentals. (4) Multiple dwelling groups (as defined by § 57-3 ) having approved bylaws and a homeowner's association, board or similar management organization on-site with jurisdiction over rental property, and the on-site office is manned during regular business hours and has an emergency hotline available for use during nonbusiness hours. (5) Accessory apartment dwellings. (6) Any property owned and/or operated by the United States, the State of New York, the County of Orange, Town of Monroe and their respective agencies and political subdivisions. (7) Any property owned and/or operated by the United States, the State of New York, the County of Orange, Town of Monroe and their respective agencies and political subdivisions.
Section 40-22.1 of Monroe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 40 carves out several categories of properties that are not subject to the chapter's requirements. Exempt properties include those used purely for nonresidential purposes, owner-occupied primary residences (where the owner or immediate family lives for at least six months per year), short-term rentals, accessory apartment dwellings, qualifying multiple dwelling groups with active homeowner associations and on-site management, and properties owned or operated by federal, state, county, or town governments. Any property holding a valid certificate of occupancy that falls into one of these categories is relieved from the obligations the chapter otherwise imposes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers in Monroe should review § 40-22.1 to determine whether any of their holdings qualify for an exemption before assuming the chapter's requirements apply. Operators of multiple dwelling groups seeking the exemption under subsection A(4) generally maintain approved bylaws, a functioning homeowner's association or similar body, a staffed on-site office during regular business hours, and an emergency hotline for after-hours use. Owners who believe their property qualifies as owner-occupied under subsection A(2) typically document that the dwelling serves as the primary and permanent residence for at least six months in each calendar year.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in Monroe rental properties should be aware that § 40-22.1 exempts certain property types from the protections Chapter 40 provides, which may affect whether those protections apply to their housing situation. If a tenant believes their landlord is incorrectly claiming an exemption — for example, asserting owner-occupancy without actually residing on the property for the required six months — that concern can generally be raised with the Town of Monroe or its relevant enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Monroe and Orange County housing rules can help residents understand which exemptions may or may not apply to their circumstances.
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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