Montour Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 108-10
Responsibilities of occupants
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An occupant of premises shall be responsible for compliance with this chapter in regard to the following: A. Maintenance of that part of the premises which he/she occupies or controls in a clean, sanitary and safe condition. B. Maintenance of all plumbing, cooking and refrigeration fixtures and appliances, as well as other building equipment and storage facilities, in that part of the premises which he/she occupies or controls in a clean and sanitary condition and providing reasonable care in the operation and use thereof. C. Keeping exits from the building or occupant's portion thereof clear and unobstructed. D. Disposal of garbage and refuse into appropriate facilities in a clean and sanitary manner, in accordance with any applicable provisions of the Village. E. Extermination of insects, rodents or other pests within the premises. F. Maintenance of yards, lawns and courts in a clean, sanitary and safe condition and free from infestation by rodents or vermin, insofar as said occupant occupies or controls said yards, lawns or any parts thereof. G. The installation and removal of required screens. H. Keeping domestic animals and pets in an appropriate manner and under control, in accordance with any other regulations of the Village. I. Elimination of all prohibited uses for that part of the premises which he/she occupies, controls or has accessibility thereto.
Section 108-10 of Montour Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 108 places a range of upkeep and safety obligations directly on the people who occupy or control a dwelling, rather than solely on the property owner. Occupants are responsible for keeping their portion of the premises clean, sanitary, and safe — including plumbing and appliance care, pest control, yard maintenance, clear exits, and proper garbage disposal. The rule also covers pet control, screen installation and removal, and the elimination of any prohibited uses within the areas the occupant controls.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 108-10 of Montour Falls Code Chapter 108, many day-to-day maintenance duties shift to the occupant for the portions of the premises they occupy or control, which can affect how landlords structure lease agreements and conduct property inspections. Compliant operators typically document which responsibilities have been assigned to tenants in writing and periodically verify that exits remain clear, refuse is disposed of properly, and yards are maintained in accordance with the code. Keeping records of inspections and any communications about code compliance helps demonstrate that the property is being managed in conformity with Chapter 108.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 108-10 of Montour Falls Code Chapter 108 makes occupants directly responsible for a broad set of conditions in the areas they occupy or control, including cleanliness, pest extermination, appliance care, yard upkeep, and keeping exits unobstructed. Tenants who believe a landlord's failure to provide adequate facilities is making it impossible to meet these obligations may have grounds to raise that as a relevant factor in any code-enforcement proceeding. Tenant-rights organizations and local code enforcement offices can provide general information about how these responsibilities interact with a landlord's duties under the broader chapter.
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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