Pittsford, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 154 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 154-4
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As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: OWNER Any person, partnership, corporation or other entity who alone, or jointly with others, has legal title to any premises, including a mortgagee in possession or with maintenance responsibility due to a foreclosure or other proceeding. The general partner of a partnership, director of a corporation and member of a limited liability company shall be deemed to be an owner for purposes of this chapter. RENTAL PERMIT A permit issued by the Building Inspector or Code Enforcement Officer to allow the rental of a residential rental property. RESIDENTIAL RENTAL PROPERTY Real property or any portion of such real property which is rented for habitation by a person or persons other than the owner or the owner's immediate family. TENANT Any person or persons, other than the owner or the owner's immediate family, renting a residential rental property as hereinabove defined.
Section 154-4 of Pittsford's Code of Ordinances establishes the core definitions that govern the village's residential rental regulations. The provision clarifies who qualifies as an "owner" — including partners, corporate directors, and LLC members — and what constitutes a "residential rental property," which covers any real property rented to someone outside the owner's immediate family. It also defines a "rental permit" as a document issued by the Building Inspector or Code Enforcement Officer, and a "tenant" as any non-family occupant paying rent.
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Under § 154-4, individuals who hold roles such as general partner, corporate director, or LLC member may be treated as owners for purposes of Pittsford's rental regulations, meaning compliance obligations can extend beyond the titleholder alone. Operators of residential rental properties generally ensure they have obtained a rental permit from the Building Inspector or Code Enforcement Officer before allowing occupancy by anyone outside the owner's immediate family. Understanding these definitions helps property managers correctly identify which properties and which individuals fall 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 154-4 defines a "tenant" as any person renting a residential property who is not the owner or the owner's immediate family, which determines who is protected under Pittsford's rental regulations. Knowing this definition matters because rights and obligations throughout Chapter 154 apply specifically to individuals who meet this classification. Tenants who are uncertain whether their living arrangement qualifies under § 154-4 may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or review the full chapter for context.
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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