Sodus, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 83 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 83-33
Enforcement officer designated; right of entry
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A. This chapter shall be enforced by the Code Enforcement Officer of the Town of Sodus and the New York State Department of Health. B. Said officers and their inspectors shall be authorized and have the right in the performance of duties to enter any manufactured home park and make such inspections as are necessary to determine satisfactory compliance with this chapter and regulations issued hereunder. Such entrance and inspection shall be accomplished at reasonable times, after prior notice to the park operator and, in emergencies, whenever necessary to protect the public interest. Owners, agents or operators of a manufactured home park shall be responsible for providing access to all parts of the premises within their control to the enforcement officer or to his inspectors, acting in accordance with the provisions of this section.
Section 83-33 of Sodus, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 83 designates the Town of Sodus Code Enforcement Officer and the New York State Department of Health as the authorities responsible for enforcing the manufactured home park chapter. These officials and their inspectors are empowered to enter manufactured home parks and conduct inspections to verify compliance with the chapter and any related regulations. Inspections must generally occur at reasonable times with prior notice to the park operator, though emergency circumstances allow entry without advance notice when the public interest requires it.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 83-33, manufactured home park owners, agents, and operators are expected to provide the Code Enforcement Officer and New York State Department of Health inspectors with access to all parts of the premises within their control. Compliant operators typically respond promptly to inspection notices, coordinate reasonable access times, and ensure that no areas under their authority are withheld from authorized inspectors. Maintaining clear records of inspection visits and any corrective actions taken is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance with ch. 83.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 83-33 establishes that residents of manufactured home parks in Sodus benefit from a regulatory oversight structure in which the Code Enforcement Officer and the New York State Department of Health are authorized to inspect parks for compliance with ch. 83. If a tenant believes conditions in the park fall short of the chapter's standards, they may contact either of these agencies to inquire about inspection or complaint processes. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York manufactured home park law can also help residents understand what options are generally available when compliance concerns arise.
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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