Mount Vernon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-39
Garbage and refuse
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A. Adequate sanitary facilities and methods shall be used for the collection, storage, handling and disposal of garbage and refuse. B. In multiple dwellings, it shall be prohibited to store or accumulate garbage or refuse in public halls and stairways.
Section 149-39 of the Mount Vernon Code of Ordinances establishes two related sanitation requirements for residential properties. First, all garbage and refuse must be collected, stored, handled, and disposed of using adequate sanitary facilities and methods. Second, in multiple dwellings specifically, garbage and refuse may not be stored or allowed to accumulate in public halls or stairways, which are shared common areas.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Mount Vernon Code § 149-39, compliant operators of multiple dwellings generally provide designated sanitary receptacles and collection areas that keep garbage and refuse out of public halls and stairways. Property managers typically establish clear procedures for waste disposal so that tenants have accessible, appropriate facilities to use rather than leaving refuse in common areas. Routine inspections of hallways and stairwells help ensure that accumulation does not occur and that the building remains in compliance with the ordinance's sanitation standards.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 149-39 of the Mount Vernon Code gives residents of multiple dwellings the right to common areas—such as halls and stairways—that are free from stored or accumulated garbage and refuse. If a landlord fails to provide adequate sanitary facilities or allows refuse to build up in shared spaces, tenants may report the condition to the appropriate Mount Vernon municipal code enforcement or housing authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help residents understand what documentation to gather and what general options may be available when sanitation conditions fall short of what § 149-39 requires.
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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