Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 13A (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 13A-2
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For the purpose of this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them by this section: BUILDING Any improved real property located within the Village of Tuckahoe. MULTIPLE DWELLING Includes a dwelling which is either rented, leased, let or hired out to be occupied or is occupied as the temporary or permanent residence or home of three or more families living independently of each other. OWNER Any individual or individuals, partnership or corporation, limited liability company, similar type of business organization or proprietary interest, whether or not for profit or otherwise, in whose name title to a building or a residence is vested. RENTAL PROPERTY Includes all buildings containing residential units which are either rented, leased, let or hired out to be occupied which shall be limited to two-family dwellings, multiple dwellings, or mixed uses (commercial-residential), where the owner is out of possession and does not reside at the premises where such buildings are located.
Section 13A-2 of Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 13A establishes the foundational definitions that govern how the rest of the chapter is applied. Key terms such as "building," "multiple dwelling," "owner," and "rental property" are given specific meanings that may differ from everyday usage. For example, "rental property" under this section is limited to two-family dwellings, multiple dwellings, or mixed-use properties where the owner does not live on-site, which determines which properties fall under the chapter's requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in the Village of Tuckahoe should be aware that Chapter 13A § 13A-2 defines the scope of who and what is covered by the chapter's regulations. An owner who resides at the same premises as the rental units may fall outside the definition of "rental property" under this section, while an absentee owner of a two-family, multiple dwelling, or mixed-use building would generally be included. Operators typically review these definitions carefully to determine whether their specific properties and ownership structures bring them within the chapter's regulatory framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in Tuckahoe can look to § 13A-2 to understand whether their residence qualifies as a "rental property" or "multiple dwelling" under Chapter 13A, which in turn determines whether the chapter's protections apply to them. For instance, tenants in two-family homes, buildings with three or more independent households, or mixed-use buildings where the owner does not live on-site may be covered under these definitions. Tenants who want to understand how these definitions affect their rights can consult the Village of Tuckahoe's local offices or a tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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