Wallkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 140 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 140-51
Nonapplicability
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This article shall not apply to premises which are not within the scope of applicable housing standards.
Section 140-51 of Wallkill's Code of Ordinances establishes a boundary on the reach of the article it belongs to: rental premises that fall outside the scope of applicable housing standards are not covered by this article's requirements. In effect, the article's rules simply do not apply to those properties. The provision does not define which premises qualify for this exclusion—that determination depends on what the relevant housing standards themselves cover.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 140-51, operators of properties that fall outside the scope of applicable housing standards are not subject to the obligations set out in this article. Compliant operators generally determine whether their premises meet the threshold definition of 'applicable housing standards' before assuming the article's rules govern them. Consulting the full text of Chapter 140 and any referenced housing standards helps clarify whether a given property is within or outside the article's scope.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 140-51 means that tenants living in premises covered by applicable housing standards retain the protections this article provides, while those in exempt premises do not. If there is uncertainty about whether a particular rental unit falls within the article's scope, tenant-rights organizations familiar with Wallkill's local code can help clarify the question. Tenants who believe their unit should be covered may also raise the applicability question with local housing authorities or as a defense in relevant proceedings.
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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