West Seneca, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 80 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 80-1
Regulation; definitions
Operative Text
A. Regulation. Within the Town of West Seneca, a mobile home may be used or occupied as a dwelling when located within a mobile home park established, licensed and conducted in accordance with this chapter. B. Definitions. Certain words used in this chapter are hereinafter defined and explained. Other words used in this chapter shall have the meanings commonly attributed to them. INTERNAL STREET A paved road within the boundaries of the mobile home park. LICENSE, MOBILE HOME PARK A written license issued by the Town Clerk allowing a person to operate and maintain a mobile home park under the provisions of this chapter and regulations issued hereunder. MOBILE HOME A transportable single-detached dwelling for one (1) family suitable for year-round occupancy and containing the same water supply, waste disposal and electrical conveniences as immobile housing. A "mobile home" is designed and built to be towed on its own chassis, comprised of a frame and wheels, and is connected to utilities and designed without a permanent foundation for year-round living. A unit may contain parts that may be folded, collapsed or telescoped when being towed and expanded later to provide additional cubic capacity, as well as two (2) or more separately towable components designed to be joined into one (1) integral unit capable of being again separated into the components for repeated towing. A "mobile home" is not to be confused with a travel trailer which is towed by an automobile, can be operated independently of utility connections, is limited in width to eight (8) feet, in length to thirty-five (35) feet and is designed to be used principally as a temporary vacation dwelling. MOBILE HOME LOT A parcel of land for the placement of a single mobile home and the exclusive use of its occupants. MOBILE HOME PARK A parcel of land which has been planned and improved for the placement of mobile homes for nontransient use. MOBILE HOME STAND That part of a mobile home lot which has been reserved for the placement of the mobile home, appurtenant structures or additions. PERMIT A written permit issued by the Building Inspector permitting the construction, alteration and/or extension of a mobile home park under the provisions of this chapter and regulations issued hereunder. PERSON Any individual, firm, trust, partnership, public or private association or corporation. RIGHT-OF-WAY That portion of designated land set aside for the installation of utilities and/or sidewalks, curbs, gutters or other unrestricted uses and maintained by the owner. SERVICE OR RECREATIONAL BUILDING A structure housing operational, office, recreational, park maintenance and other facilities built to conform to required local standards. SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT AREA A district shown upon the Zoning Map of the Town of West Seneca and established by the Town Board pursuant to a Town Zoning Ordinance authorizing a mobile home park.
West Seneca, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 80 § 80-1 establishes the foundational rule that mobile homes may only be used as dwellings within the town when they are situated inside a properly established, licensed, and operated mobile home park. The provision also sets out the precise definitions for key terms used throughout Chapter 80, including 'mobile home,' 'mobile home park,' 'mobile home lot,' and related concepts. These definitions draw clear distinctions—for example, a mobile home is differentiated from a travel trailer based on size, utility independence, and intended use as a primary versus temporary vacation dwelling.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and prospective operators of mobile home parks in West Seneca should be aware that ch. 80 § 80-1 requires a written license from the Town Clerk and a permit from the Building Inspector before a park may be established, altered, or extended. Compliant operators generally ensure that their park qualifies as a 'Special Development Area' under the Town Zoning Map and that all internal infrastructure—such as internal streets, rights-of-way, and service buildings—aligns with the definitions codified in this section. Familiarity with the precise definition of 'mobile home' under § 80-1 helps operators distinguish qualifying units from travel trailers, which are not permitted as dwellings under this chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents living in or considering a mobile home in West Seneca should know that ch. 80 § 80-1 limits lawful mobile home occupancy to parks that are properly licensed and established under Chapter 80. The definitions in this section—particularly those of 'mobile home lot' and 'mobile home park'—help clarify what protections and standards apply to the land and space a tenant occupies. Tenants who have questions about whether their park is properly licensed or whether their unit qualifies as a mobile home under § 80-1 may wish to contact the West Seneca Town Clerk's office or consult a local 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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