Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 25 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 25-6
Owner occupancy
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For-purchase AFFH units must be owner-occupied.
Section 25-6 of Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 25 establishes that Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) units sold through the for-purchase program are required to be occupied by their owners. This rule means that buyers of these affordable units cannot use them as rental properties or leave them vacant as investment holdings. The provision is designed to ensure that the affordable homeownership opportunity benefits the purchasing household directly.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Pelham Code ch. 25 § 25-6, operators or developers administering for-purchase AFFH units generally ensure that deed restrictions or other legal instruments are in place to enforce the owner-occupancy requirement at the time of sale and on an ongoing basis. Compliant programs typically include monitoring mechanisms to verify that purchasers continue to reside in the unit as their primary residence. Maintaining documentation of owner-occupancy status is a standard practice for programs subject to this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 25-6 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances ch. 25 protects the integrity of the AFFH for-purchase program by confirming that these units are reserved for owner-occupants, which can affect availability and eligibility for prospective buyers. If you believe a for-purchase AFFH unit is being used in violation of this owner-occupancy requirement, you may consider contacting the Village of Pelham or the administering housing agency to raise the concern. Tenant-rights organizations and housing counselors familiar with Pelham's affordable housing program can help explain how this provision applies in various circumstances.
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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