Babylon Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 199 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 199-2
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It is the intention of the Board of Trustees by the enactment of this chapter to provide standards for rental housing, its use and maintenance; to empower an officer or officers of the Village to enforce the provisions of this chapter and to provide penalties for the violation of the same; and to promote and ensure the general health, welfare and safety of the residents of the Village.
Section 199-2 of Babylon Village's Code of Ordinances establishes the foundational purpose of the village's rental housing chapter. It sets out that the chapter exists to create maintenance and use standards for rental properties, authorize village officers to enforce those standards, and protect the general health, welfare, and safety of village residents. The provision also signals that penalties exist for those who violate the chapter's requirements.
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Under ch. 199 § 199-2, Babylon Village has established a framework that empowers designated village officers to inspect and enforce rental housing standards. Operators who maintain their properties in compliance with the chapter's use and maintenance requirements are generally aligned with the health, welfare, and safety goals the Board of Trustees codified here. Staying current with all obligations under ch. 199 is the practical foundation of compliant property management in the village.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 199-2 makes clear that Babylon Village's rental housing chapter was enacted specifically to protect the health, welfare, and safety of village residents, including tenants. Because the chapter authorizes village officers to enforce its standards and impose penalties for violations, tenants who believe their rental unit falls short of the chapter's requirements may have grounds to raise those concerns with the appropriate village enforcement officer. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Babylon Village's local code can help residents understand what options are generally available under ch. 199.
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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