Riverhead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 249 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 249-9
Site drainage requirements
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A. The ground surface in all parts of every park shall be graded and equipped to drain all surface water in a safe, efficient manner. B. Surface water collectors and other bodies of standing water capable of breeding mosquitoes and other vectors shall be treated in an approved manner. C. Wastewater from any plumbing fixture or sanitary sewer line shall not be deposited upon the ground surface in any part of a park.
Riverhead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 249 § 249-9 establishes drainage and sanitation standards for mobile home or recreational vehicle parks. Every park must have graded ground surfaces that move surface water away safely and efficiently, and any standing water that could breed mosquitoes or other vectors must be treated in an approved way. Additionally, wastewater from plumbing fixtures or sewer lines is prohibited from being discharged onto the ground surface anywhere within a park.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of parks subject to Riverhead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 249 § 249-9 generally maintain properly graded lots and common areas so that rainwater and runoff drain without pooling. Compliant operators also monitor the property for standing water — such as in containers, low spots, or collectors — and treat any such accumulations using methods approved by the relevant authority. Wastewater systems are kept fully contained, ensuring that no discharge from plumbing fixtures or sewer lines reaches the ground surface.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of parks covered by Riverhead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 249 § 249-9 have an interest in a properly drained environment free from standing water and raw wastewater on the ground. If drainage problems, untreated standing water, or wastewater discharge are observed, tenants may document the conditions and report them to the appropriate Riverhead municipal code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can help residents understand what options may be available when these sanitation standards appear not to be met.
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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