Red Creek, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 187 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 187-2
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Whenever used in this article, unless otherwise expressly stated or unless the context or subject material requires a different meaning, the definitions as contained in the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code shall apply to the terms and provisions herein. DWELLING UNIT Any room or group of rooms within a dwelling which are used or intended to be used by one or more persons for living and sleeping with or without facilities for cooking and eating.
Section 187-2 of Red Creek, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 187 establishes the vocabulary used throughout the article by incorporating definitions from the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. It also provides a specific local definition of 'dwelling unit' as any room or group of rooms within a dwelling used or intended for living and sleeping, with or without cooking or eating facilities. This definitional framework sets the interpretive baseline for all other requirements in the article.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 187-2 of Red Creek's Chapter 187, property owners and managers should understand that the term 'dwelling unit' covers a broad range of spaces — including rooms without kitchens — so long as they are used or intended for living and sleeping. Operators generally ensure that any space meeting this definition is treated as a dwelling unit for purposes of compliance with the article's other provisions. Familiarity with the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code definitions, which are incorporated by reference in § 187-2, helps operators apply the article's requirements consistently.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 187-2 of Red Creek's Chapter 187 defines what counts as a 'dwelling unit,' which can include rooms without cooking facilities if they are used or intended for living and sleeping. This broad definition may be relevant to renters in non-traditional living arrangements who want to understand whether their space falls within the article's protections. Tenants who have questions about how § 187-2's definitions apply to their housing may find it useful to consult a tenant-rights organization or review the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code definitions that are incorporated into this provision.
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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