Oyster Bay, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 135 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 135-3
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The purpose of this chapter is to provide basic and uniform standards in terms of performance objectives implemented by specific requirements governing the condition, occupancy and maintenance of residential premises and establishing reasonable safeguards for the safety, health and welfare of the occupants and users thereof.
Section 135-3 of Oyster Bay's Code of Ordinances establishes the overarching purpose of Chapter 135, which is to set consistent baseline standards for the condition, occupancy, and upkeep of residential properties. The chapter is designed to protect the safety, health, and welfare of people who live in or use those properties. It frames all of the chapter's specific requirements as tools for achieving those broader performance objectives.
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Chapter 135, as stated in § 135-3, exists to ensure that residential properties meet uniform maintenance and occupancy standards aimed at protecting occupant welfare. Compliant property owners and managers generally keep their units in a condition that satisfies the specific requirements flowing from these stated objectives. Familiarity with the purpose clause in § 135-3 can help operators understand why the chapter's individual requirements are structured the way they are.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 135-3 makes clear that Chapter 135 was enacted specifically to safeguard the safety, health, and welfare of residential occupants like tenants. This purpose clause can provide important context when evaluating whether a landlord's actions or omissions conflict with the chapter's intent. Tenants who believe conditions in their home fall short of the standards described under § 135-3 and the broader chapter may wish to contact the Town of Oyster Bay's relevant code enforcement office or consult a tenant-rights organization for guidance on 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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