Peekskill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 332 § 332-4
Responsibilities of rooming and lodging house operators
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Rooming and lodging house operators shall be responsible for compliance with the Uniform Code in regard to the following: A. Limiting occupancy to the maximum permitted by the Uniform Code. B. Maintenance of safe and sanitary conditions in all parts of rooming and lodging house premises. C. Maintenance and operation of all required service facilities. D. Maintenance of cooking and refrigerator fixtures and appliances within his control, and all plumbing and other building equipment and facilities, in an operative, clean and sanitary condition. E. Sanitary maintenance of walls, floors and ceilings. F. Keeping exits clean and unencumbered. G. Disposal of building garbage and refuse in a clean and sanitary manner. H. Extermination of insects, rodents or other pests on the premises. I. Installation and maintenance of required screens.
Section 332-4 of Peekskill's Code of Ordinances places a broad set of maintenance and safety obligations on rooming and lodging house operators, requiring them to comply with the Uniform Code across nine specific areas. These include keeping occupancy within permitted limits, maintaining sanitary conditions throughout the premises, ensuring exits remain clear, managing garbage disposal properly, and controlling pests. The provision also covers the upkeep of cooking appliances, plumbing, screens, and other building systems that fall under the operator's control.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rooming and lodging houses in Peekskill are expected to actively manage their properties in accordance with § 332-4, which means routinely inspecting and servicing plumbing, cooking fixtures, and required screens, as well as ensuring that occupancy never exceeds Uniform Code limits. Compliant operators typically establish regular cleaning schedules for walls, floors, ceilings, and common areas, keep all exits free of obstructions, and arrange for timely garbage removal and pest extermination. Maintaining documentation of inspections, service calls, and extermination treatments is a practice commonly associated with demonstrating ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 332-4 of Peekskill's Code of Ordinances, residents of rooming and lodging houses have an interest in premises that are sanitary, pest-free, properly maintained, and not overcrowded beyond Uniform Code limits. If conditions such as blocked exits, pest infestations, broken plumbing, or unsanitary common areas are present, tenants may report these concerns to the appropriate Peekskill code enforcement or building department. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can help residents understand what documentation to gather and what complaint processes may be available to them.
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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