Schenectady, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 167 § 167-2
Purpose; intent
Operative Text
The purpose of this chapter is to provide basic and uniform standards, in terms of performance objectives implemented by specific requirements governing the condition, occupancy, per capita space requirements and maintenance of residential, commercial and industrial premises and establishing reasonable safeguards for safety, health and welfare of the occupants and users thereof.
Section 167-2 of Schenectady's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 167, establishes the overarching purpose of the city's property maintenance code: to set consistent, baseline standards for the condition, occupancy, space, and upkeep of residential, commercial, and industrial properties. The provision frames the entire chapter as a framework aimed at protecting the safety, health, and welfare of those who live in or use these properties. It does not itself impose specific duties but signals the lens through which all other requirements in the chapter are to be understood.
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Chapter 167, § 167-2 signals that Schenectady's property maintenance code is designed to be applied uniformly across property types, meaning operators of residential, commercial, and industrial premises are all subject to its baseline standards. Compliant property managers generally treat this purpose statement as the interpretive foundation for the chapter's specific requirements—understanding that every maintenance, occupancy, and space standard flows from the goals of safety, health, and welfare. Familiarity with this stated intent can help operators anticipate how inspectors and code officials are likely to approach compliance determinations under the chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 167-2 of Chapter 167 establishes that Schenectady's property maintenance code exists specifically to protect the safety, health, and welfare of occupants like tenants. This purpose statement can be relevant context when raising concerns about substandard conditions, as it reflects the city's declared commitment to uniform, baseline protections for residential occupants. Tenants who believe conditions in their unit fall short of the chapter's standards may consider contacting the city's code enforcement office or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand what specific requirements apply.
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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