Richmond, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 137 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 137-7
Sanitary facilities
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A. Water. (1) General requirements. An adequate supply of water shall be provided for mobile homes, service buildings and other accessory buildings as required by this chapter. Where public water is available, such supply shall be used exclusively, unless local authorities deem otherwise. If a public water supply system is not available, the development of an adequate private water supply system shall be approved by the health authorities having jurisdiction thereof. (2) Specific regulations. (a) The supply of water must be free from any source of underground or surface contamination. (b) Water supply treatment, if necessary, shall be in accordance with the requirements of the health authority or other authorities having jurisdiction. (c) All water piping, fixtures, equipment, connectors and appurtenances shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with state and local regulations and shall be approved by the Town Water Superintendent and/or Town Engineer. B. Sewage disposal. (1) An adequate and approved system shall be provided in all parks for conveying and disposing of sewage from mobile homes, service buildings and other accessory facilities. (2) Approval by appropriate New York State agencies as well as compliance with all town regulations is required before any permit or license may be issued. (3) Sewage treatment and/or discharge. Where the sewer lines of the mobile home park are not connected to a public sewer, all proposed sewage disposal facilities shall be approved by appropriate New York State agencies and local authorities prior to construction. C. Storm drainage pipes, ditches, etc., may be required. D. Garbage and refuse. (1) Each mobile home park shall provide sanitary equipment to prevent littering of the grounds and premises with rubbish, garbage and refuse. Each mobile home shall have containers with tightly fitting covers. Regular disposal shall be provided for all rubbish, trash and garbage. Storage areas for garbage, rubbish and trash containers will be adequately screened by either a solid fence or appropriate screening vegetation. (2) No garbage or refuse of any kind shall be burned.
Richmond, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 137 § 137-7 establishes sanitary standards for mobile home parks covering water supply, sewage disposal, storm drainage, and garbage management. The rule requires that water sources be free from contamination, that sewage systems receive approval from both New York State agencies and local authorities, and that each mobile home have covered refuse containers with regular disposal service. Burning garbage or refuse on the premises is expressly prohibited, and storage areas for waste containers must be screened from view by fencing or vegetation.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of mobile home parks subject to Richmond, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 137 § 137-7 generally maintain water systems that connect to public supply where available, and secure health authority approval for any private water system. Compliant park managers ensure that all sewage disposal facilities are approved by the appropriate New York State agencies and conform to town regulations before any permit or license is sought. On the refuse side, operators typically supply each mobile home with covered containers, arrange regular waste pickup, screen storage areas with solid fencing or vegetation, and enforce a strict no-burning policy for garbage and refuse.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of mobile home parks in Richmond, N.Y., are entitled to sanitary conditions as described in ch. 137 § 137-7, including a safe, uncontaminated water supply, an approved sewage disposal system, and proper refuse management with covered containers and regular collection. If a tenant observes conditions that appear to fall short of these standards—such as contaminated water, unapproved sewage facilities, or inadequate garbage handling—they may consider documenting the issue and reporting it to the local health authority or the Town of Richmond's relevant municipal office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York housing and mobile home park regulations can help residents understand what options may be available under 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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