Sand Lake, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 185 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 185-3
Responsibility
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The owner of the premises shall maintain the structures and exterior property in compliance with these requirements, except as otherwise provided for in this Town Code and the 2020 Property Maintenance Code of New York State. A person shall not occupy as owner-occupant or permit another person to occupy premises that are not in a sanitary and safe condition and that do not comply with the requirements of the 2020 Property Maintenance Code of New York State. Occupants of a dwelling unit, rooming unit or housekeeping unit are responsible for keeping in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition that part of the dwelling unit, rooming unit, housekeeping unit or premises they occupy and control.
Section 185-3 of Sand Lake's Code of Ordinances establishes a shared maintenance responsibility framework for residential properties. Property owners are required to keep structures and exterior areas in compliance with both the local Town Code and the 2020 Property Maintenance Code of New York State, and no one may occupy or allow occupancy of premises that are unsanitary or unsafe. At the same time, occupants themselves bear responsibility for maintaining cleanliness and safety in the portions of a dwelling, rooming, or housekeeping unit that they occupy and control.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Sand Lake Code ch. 185 § 185-3, compliant property owners and managers generally ensure that all structures and exterior areas meet the standards set by the 2020 Property Maintenance Code of New York State before any occupancy begins and on an ongoing basis. Operators typically document the condition of units at move-in and conduct periodic inspections to confirm that the property remains sanitary and safe. Owner-occupants are held to the same standard, meaning the rule applies regardless of whether the owner lives on the premises or rents to others.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 185-3 of Sand Lake Code ch. 185 makes clear that tenants share in the responsibility for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the areas they occupy and control within a dwelling, rooming, or housekeeping unit. Tenants also have a corresponding right to occupy premises that the owner has kept in a sanitary and safe condition in compliance with the 2020 Property Maintenance Code of New York State. Tenants who believe an owner has failed to meet these obligations may consider documenting conditions, contacting the Town of Sand Lake's code enforcement office, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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