Montour Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 114 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 114-2
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As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: AGENT A person 18 years of age or older, designated by the owner on the registry form required pursuant to § 114-4 hereof, as having the authority to make decisions regarding the management and maintenance of any dwelling unit leased by the owner and located within the Village. BUILDING Any structure located in the Village and used or intended for supporting or sheltering any use or occupancy. CODE New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and building Code, as the same may be amended from time to time. CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER The Village of Montour Falls Code Enforcement Officer, as designated by the Village's Board of Trustees. DEC New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. DOT Federal Department of Transportation. DWELLING UNIT A single unit within a building providing complete, independent living facilities for one or more persons, including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation. FIRE CHIEF The Chief of the Village of Montour Falls Fire Department or his designee NFPA National Fire Protection Association. OWNER Any person holding a legal or equitable interest in a building sufficient to permit such person to create a leasehold or subleasehold interest in the building and/or the dwelling units therein, and any person who creates or purports to create a leasehold or subleasehold interest in a building and/or the dwelling units therein. PERSON An individual, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, and any other form of entity. VILLAGE The Village of Montour Falls, New York.
Section 114-2 of Montour Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 114 establishes the specific meanings of key terms used throughout the village's rental registration article. These definitions set the boundaries for who qualifies as an "owner," "agent," or "person," what structures count as a "building" or "dwelling unit," and which officials and agencies are referenced in the article. By fixing these meanings up front, the provision ensures that all subsequent requirements in the article are interpreted consistently.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 114-2, property owners in Montour Falls should be aware that the term "owner" is defined broadly to include anyone holding a legal or equitable interest sufficient to create a leasehold — meaning both titleholders and those who simply act as landlords may fall under the article's obligations. A compliant operator also designates an "agent" who is at least 18 years old and listed on the registry form required by § 114-4, giving that person authority over management and maintenance decisions. Understanding these definitions helps operators correctly identify their responsibilities throughout the rest of ch. 114.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
For tenants in the Village of Montour Falls, § 114-2 clarifies who legally qualifies as an "owner" under ch. 114 — a definition broad enough to cover not just titled property owners but also those who create or purport to create a lease. This matters because it helps tenants identify which party bears regulatory responsibilities under the article, including the requirement to register and designate an agent. Tenants who have questions about how these definitions apply to their housing situation may find it useful to consult a tenant-rights organization or review the full text of ch. 114 with a knowledgeable resource.
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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