Williston Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 168 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 168-14
Littering; abandoned refrigerators; receptacles
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A. Residential, commercial and industrial premises, whether improved or vacant, shall be maintained free of litter, garbage, refuse and rubbish; provided, however, that this subsection shall not prohibit the storage of litter in authorized private receptacles for collection. B. Adequate sanitary facilities and methods shall be used for the collection, storage, handling and disposal of garbage and refuse in accordance with the provisions of applicable codes. C. No refrigerator may be discarded, abandoned or stored in a place accessible to children without first completely removing any locking devices and all doors. D. Dumpsters and similar large receptacles shall be shielded from the public view by means of appropriate landscaping or architectural screening, and all covers shall be kept closed. E. Shopping centers, supermarkets and similar business units shall provide permanent, attractive, decorative litter receptacles within the premises for public use in sufficient quantity to prevent walking in excess of 50 feet to use any such receptacle.
Williston Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 168 § 168-14 establishes cleanliness and safety standards for all types of properties — residential, commercial, and industrial. It requires that premises be kept free of litter and refuse, that garbage be handled through proper sanitary methods, and that large waste containers like dumpsters be screened from public view with covers kept closed. The provision also prohibits leaving refrigerators accessible to children unless all locking devices and doors have been fully removed, and it requires shopping centers and similar businesses to place litter receptacles close enough that no member of the public has to walk more than 50 feet to reach one.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to ch. 168 § 168-14 generally ensure that all premises — whether occupied or vacant — are kept clear of litter, garbage, and rubbish, with any stored waste placed in authorized receptacles. Compliant operators typically screen dumpsters and large waste containers from public view using landscaping or architectural features and keep all covers closed. Those managing retail or shopping center properties also typically install enough litter receptacles throughout the premises so that no point of public access is more than 50 feet from one, and any discarded refrigerators are stripped of all doors and locking mechanisms before disposal or storage.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Williston Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 168 § 168-14, tenants have an interest in knowing that their residential premises must be maintained free of litter and refuse, and that garbage storage and disposal must meet sanitary standards. If a property appears to fall short of these requirements — such as overflowing or unscreened dumpsters or improperly stored appliances accessible to children — tenants may consider documenting the conditions and contacting the appropriate Williston Park municipal code enforcement office to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations or local housing advocacy groups can also help residents understand how this provision applies to their living situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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