Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 192 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 192-2
Open areas
Operative Text
A. Drainage of surface and subsurface water. Surface and subsurface water shall be appropriately drained to protect buildings and structures and to prevent development of stagnant ponds. Gutters, culverts, catch basins, drain inlets, stormwater sewers, approved combined storm and sanitary sewers or other satisfactory drainage systems shall be utilized where deemed necessary. B. Fences and other minor constructions. Fences and other minor constructions shall be maintained in safe and substantial condition. C. Steps, walks and driveways. Steps, walks, driveways, parking spaces and similar paved areas shall be maintained so as to afford safe passage under normal use and weather conditions. D. Yards and courts. Yards and courts shall be kept clean and free of physical hazards. E. Elimination of undergrowths. Heavy undergrowths and accumulations of plant growth which are noxious or detrimental to health shall be eliminated in accordance with the removal procedures of Chapter 79 , Brush, Hedges, Weeds and Trees. F. Lawns and other unpaved areas. No motor vehicle may park on the lawn or other unpaved portions of any private property within the Village of Spring Valley.
Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 192 § 192-2 establishes maintenance standards for the open areas of residential and other properties. It requires that water drainage systems be kept functional, fences and minor structures remain safe and sound, and paved surfaces like steps and driveways be kept passable under normal conditions. Yards must be free of physical hazards and harmful plant overgrowth, and no motor vehicle may be parked on a lawn or unpaved portion of private property within the Village.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under ch. 192 § 192-2 generally keep drainage infrastructure—gutters, catch basins, and related systems—clear and functional to prevent water damage and standing water. Compliant operators routinely inspect fences, walkways, driveways, and yards for hazards and address overgrown or noxious vegetation through the procedures outlined in Chapter 79. They also enforce a no-parking rule on lawns and unpaved areas of their properties, as the ordinance expressly prohibits motor vehicles on those surfaces.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under ch. 192 § 192-2, tenants have an interest in open areas of their rental property being maintained safely—including functional drainage, hazard-free yards, passable walkways, and the removal of harmful plant growth. If these conditions are not being met, tenants may consider documenting the issues and raising them with the Village of Spring Valley's code enforcement office as a potential ordinance violation. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand how open-area maintenance failures may relate to broader habitability concerns or serve as a basis for a formal complaint.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
Effective Timeline
References Out
Rules and statutes cited by this regulation
References In
No inbound references recorded yet for this provision.