Walton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 185 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 185-4
Provisions related to managing agents
Operative Text
A. An owner who is a natural person and who meets the requirements of this subsection as to the location of the residence or place of transacting business of a managing agent may designate himself as such managing agent. Nothing contained in this section shall be construed as preventing a corporation which is an owner of a multiple dwelling from designating as its managing agent with respect thereto any officer of such corporation who meets the requirements of this subsection as to the location of the residence or place of transacting business of a managing agent. B. The managing agent shall keep a current record of all the tenants and their names and addresses, who are renting, leasing or living on the premises. C. Any designation as managing agent made pursuant to the provisions of this chapter shall remain in full force and effect until changed or terminated as hereinafter provided. D. Any registration statement or designation of a managing agent filed and maintained by the Village Clerk-Treasurer shall be deemed prima facie proof of the statements therein contained in any civil action or criminal prosecution instituted by the Village against the owner or managing agent of a multiple dwelling. E. Any owner may terminate such designation by filing with the Village Clerk-Treasurer a written designation of a new managing agent made in conformity with the provisions hereinabove cited. Any managing agent may terminate his or her designation by the filing with the Village Clerk-Treasurer and signed statement of the termination of the agency relationship with the owner. F. Any designation of a managing agent made pursuant to the applicable provisions of this section shall cease to be effective if such agent shall die or be judicially declared incompetent.
Section 185-4 of Walton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 185 establishes the rules governing how managing agents for multiple dwellings are designated, maintained, and terminated. An owner who qualifies may designate themselves or, in the case of a corporate owner, a qualifying officer as the managing agent. The managing agent is required to keep a current record of all tenants, and any registration filed with the Village Clerk-Treasurer carries legal weight as prima facie evidence in civil or criminal proceedings. A designation remains in effect until formally changed, terminated by either party through written notice to the Village Clerk-Treasurer, or ended by the agent's death or legal incompetence.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 185-4 of Walton's Code of Ordinances, compliant property owners ensure that a valid managing agent designation is on file with the Village Clerk-Treasurer at all times, updating it promptly whenever the agent changes. Individual owners who meet the residency or business-location requirements may designate themselves, while corporate owners may designate a qualifying officer. Operators generally maintain an up-to-date tenant roster—including names and addresses—as required by subsection B, and they file written termination notices whenever an agency relationship ends to avoid any gap in the official record.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 185-4 of Walton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 185 gives tenants an indirect but meaningful protection: the managing agent designation on file with the Village Clerk-Treasurer is treated as prima facie evidence in legal proceedings, which can help establish who is responsible for the property. Tenants can contact the Village Clerk-Treasurer's office to look up the registered managing agent and tenant records that the agent is required to maintain under subsection B. If a tenant believes these requirements are not being met, they may raise the issue with the Village of Walton or consult a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options.
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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