Alden, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 235 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 235-5
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Unless the context otherwise requires, the following definitions shall be used in the interpretation and administration of this chapter: LICENSE A license issued annually to operate a manufactured home park within the Town of Alden. MANUFACTURED HOME A transportable single-family dwelling, which may be towed on its own running gear and which is affixed to real estate, used for nontransient residential purposes and which is recognized and approved as a "manufactured home" by the International Residential Code. MANUFACTURED HOME LOT A parcel of land within a manufactured home park for the placement of a single manufactured home for the exclusive use of its occupants. MANUFACTURED HOME PARK A parcel of land under single ownership which has been planned for the placement of manufactured homes, appurtenant structures or additions. MANUFACTURED HOME STAND That part of an individual lot which has been reserved for the placement of the manufactured home, appurtenant structures or additions. PERMIT A building permit to construct, alter or extend any manufactured home park, issued by the Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer in accordance with §§ 235-6 through 235-12 . PERSON Any individual, firm, trust, partnership, public or private association or corporation, or other entity. SERVICE BUILDINGS Structures housing sanitary, operational, office, recreational, maintenance and other facilities built to conform to required standards. SEWER CONNECTION Pipes, fittings and appurtenances from the drain outlet of the manufactured home to the inlet of the corresponding sewer riser pipe of the sewer system serving the manufactured home park. SEWER RISER PIPE That portion of the sewer lateral which extends vertically to the ground elevation and terminates at a designated point at each manufactured home lot. WATER CONNECTION All pipes, fittings and appurtenances from the water riser pipe to the water inlet pipe of the distribution system within the manufactured home. WATER RISER PIPE That portion of the water service pipe which extends vertically to the ground elevation and terminates at a designated point at each manufactured home lot. WATER SERVICE PIPE All pipes, fittings, valves and appurtenances from the water main of the park distribution system to the water outlet of the distribution system within the manufactured home.
Section 235-5 of Alden, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 235 establishes the official definitions that govern how terms are interpreted throughout the manufactured home park regulations. Key terms include 'manufactured home,' 'manufactured home park,' 'manufactured home lot,' and related infrastructure concepts such as sewer and water connections. These definitions set the shared vocabulary that applies to licensing, permitting, and operational requirements found elsewhere in the chapter.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and owners of manufactured home parks in Alden should be familiar with the precise definitions set out in § 235-5, as these terms carry specific legal meanings throughout Chapter 235. For example, the distinction between a 'manufactured home lot,' a 'manufactured home stand,' and the broader 'manufactured home park' affects how space is planned, permitted, and licensed. Compliant operators generally ensure that their facilities, infrastructure components—including sewer riser pipes, water riser pipes, and service buildings—align with these defined terms when applying for licenses or building permits.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of manufactured home parks in Alden benefit from understanding the definitions in § 235-5, which clarify the scope of protections and obligations that apply under Chapter 235. For instance, the definition of 'manufactured home lot' establishes that each lot is reserved for the exclusive use of its occupants, which can be relevant when questions arise about shared or disputed spaces. Tenants who believe a park is not operating in accordance with these defined standards may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or contact the Town of Alden's Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer for guidance.
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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