Thomaston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 116 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 116-48
Garbage and refuse; newspaper recycling
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A. Adequate sanitary facilities and methods shall be used for the collection, storage, handling and disposal of garbage and rubbish. B. ln multiple dwellings, it shall be prohibited to store or accumulate garbage or refuse in public halls, stairways and compactor rooms or compartments.
Thomaston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 116 § 116-48 establishes two related sanitation requirements for residential properties. First, all collection, storage, handling, and disposal of garbage and rubbish must be carried out using adequate sanitary facilities and methods. Second, in multiple dwellings specifically, garbage or refuse may not be stored or allowed to accumulate in public halls, stairways, compactor rooms, or compartments.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 116-48, operators of multiple dwellings in Thomaston are generally expected to provide designated, sanitary receptacles or facilities for waste collection and disposal, and to ensure that common areas such as hallways, stairwells, and compactor rooms remain free of stored or accumulated garbage. Routine inspections of these shared spaces and clear communication to residents about proper disposal locations are practices commonly associated with compliance. Maintaining adequate waste-handling infrastructure—sufficient containers, scheduled pickups, and functional compactor facilities—supports adherence to this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 116-48 of the Thomaston Code of Ordinances gives residents of multiple dwellings a basis to expect that public halls, stairways, and compactor areas are kept free of garbage accumulation, and that the building provides sanitary means for waste disposal. If these conditions are not being met, tenants may consider documenting the conditions and reporting concerns to the appropriate local code enforcement or housing authority in Thomaston. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what options are available when a landlord may not be meeting the sanitation standards set out in this provision.
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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