North Collins, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 103-3
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A. This chapter shall apply to residential premises as follows: (1) Lots, plots or parcels of land on which residential buildings, buildings of mixed occupancy or accessory structures are located. (2) Residential buildings, including one- and two-family dwellings and multiple dwellings, except as specifically excluded in § 103-4 . (3) Residential occupancies in buildings of mixed occupancy. (4) Accessory structures, accessory to residential occupancies. B. Every portion of a building, accessory structure or premises, used or intended to be used for any dwelling purposes, shall comply with the provisions of these standards, irrespective of when such a building shall have been built, altered or repaired.
Section 103-3 of North Collins, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 defines the reach of the village's residential property maintenance standards. The chapter covers a broad range of property types—including single-family homes, two-family dwellings, multi-unit buildings, mixed-use buildings with residential occupancies, and accessory structures—as well as the land on which they sit. Notably, the standards apply regardless of when a building was constructed, altered, or repaired, meaning older structures are not exempt simply because they predate the code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 103-3, property owners and managers in North Collins are expected to maintain compliance across every part of a residential property—including accessory structures such as garages or sheds—not just the primary dwelling units. Because the provision applies irrespective of a building's age or renovation history, operators of older properties generally review their buildings against current standards rather than assuming prior construction or repair work provides an exemption. Owners of mixed-use buildings should be aware that the residential portions of those properties fall squarely within the chapter's scope.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 103-3 establishes that tenants living in virtually any type of residential setting in North Collins—whether a single-family rental, an apartment in a multi-unit building, or a residential unit within a mixed-use property—are covered by the village's property maintenance standards. The provision's age-neutral language means tenants in older buildings retain the same protections as those in newer construction. Tenants who believe their dwelling does not meet the standards referenced in ch. 103 may consider contacting the relevant North Collins code enforcement office or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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