Rye, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 § 108-41
Garbage and refuse
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A. Adequate sanitary facilities and methods shall be used for the collection, storage, handling and disposal of garbage and refuse. B. In multiple dwellings, it shall be prohibited to store or accumulate garbage or refuse in public halls and stairways.
Chapter 108, Section 108-41 of the Rye, N.Y. Code of Ordinances establishes two related requirements for garbage and refuse management. First, any collection, storage, handling, and disposal of garbage must be carried out using adequate sanitary facilities and methods. Second, in buildings with multiple dwelling units, garbage and refuse may not be stored or allowed to accumulate in public hallways or stairways.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rye Code § 108-41, operators of multiple dwellings are generally expected to provide designated, sanitary areas for garbage and refuse storage that keep waste out of shared hallways and stairways. Compliant property managers typically supply appropriate containers, schedule regular collection, and communicate disposal procedures to residents so that public areas remain clear. Maintaining documentation of waste management practices and conducting routine inspections of common areas can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 108-41 of the Rye Code gives residents of multiple dwellings a basis to expect that public halls and stairways will be kept free of accumulated garbage and refuse. If those common areas are being used for waste storage in violation of this provision, tenants may consider reporting the condition to the appropriate Rye municipal code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Westchester County housing standards can help residents understand what options are generally available when sanitary conditions in shared spaces fall short of what the code requires.
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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