Wolcott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 83 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 83-2
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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 Wolcott. LAND CONTRACT Any occupied residential dwelling and/or dwelling unit for the purpose of rent-to-own contract will be deemed a rental dwelling in the Village of Wolcott. MANAGING AGENT Any individual or individuals, partnership or corporation or any similar type of business who accepts responsibility for and control of a building. OWNER Any individual or individuals, partnership or corporation, similar type of business organization or proprietary interest, whether or not for profit or otherwise, in whose name title to a building is vested. RENTAL PROPERTY Any building containing residential units which are either rented, leased, let or hired out to be occupied which shall be limited to single, two-family, multifamily and are non-owner occupied. RENTAL UNIT A residential unit occupied by a party other than an owner. RESIDENTIAL UNIT One or more rooms with provision for sanitary and sleeping facilities, for food preparation, for living and for working.
Section 83-2 of Wolcott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 83 establishes the definitions that govern the entire chapter's rental-property regulations. Key terms include 'Building' (any improved real property in the Village of Wolcott), 'Rental Property' (single, two-family, or multifamily buildings that are non-owner-occupied and rented or leased), and 'Land Contract' (occupied residential dwellings under rent-to-own arrangements, which are treated as rental dwellings). These definitions set the scope of who and what falls under the chapter's requirements, including how managing agents and owners are identified.
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Property owners and managing agents operating in the Village of Wolcott should be aware that § 83-2 defines the terms used throughout Chapter 83, including what qualifies as a 'Building,' 'Rental Property,' and 'Rental Unit.' Compliant operators generally ensure that any non-owner-occupied residential unit—whether rented, leased, or subject to a rent-to-own land contract—is treated as a rental dwelling under this chapter. Managing agents who accept responsibility and control of a building are also captured by these definitions and should understand that obligations under Chapter 83 may apply to them directly.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 83-2 of Wolcott's Chapter 83 is important for tenants because it defines which properties and living arrangements fall under the chapter's protections, including rent-to-own land contracts, which are explicitly classified as rental dwellings. Tenants in single-family, two-family, or multifamily non-owner-occupied units in the Village of Wolcott may be covered by the broader chapter's requirements. Tenants who believe their housing situation falls within these definitions and have concerns about compliance can consult a tenant-rights organization or contact the Village of Wolcott directly for guidance on how Chapter 83 applies.
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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