Canandaigua, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 748 § 748-41
Construal of "person."
Operative Text
The term "person" as used in this chapter shall include the owner, occupant, mortgagee, or vendee in possession, assignee of rents, receiver, executor, trustee, lessee, agent or any other person, firm or corporation directly or indirectly in control of a building, premises or part of either.
Section 748-41 of Canandaigua's Code of Ordinances Chapter 748 defines the word 'person' broadly so that the chapter's rules apply not just to traditional property owners but also to a wide range of parties who exercise control over a building or premises—including occupants, lenders with possession rights, receivers, executors, trustees, lessees, agents, and corporate entities. The definition ensures that responsibility under the chapter cannot be avoided simply by pointing to a different party in the chain of control. Any individual, firm, or corporation with direct or indirect control over a property or part of one falls within the chapter's reach.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 748-41, property owners and managers should understand that compliance obligations under Chapter 748 extend to anyone exercising control over a building—meaning that delegating management to an agent, lessee, or corporate entity does not necessarily shift responsibility away from the original owner. Operators who use management companies, trusts, or other intermediary arrangements should be aware that each party in the control chain may independently be considered a 'person' subject to the chapter's requirements. Maintaining clear documentation of roles and responsibilities among all parties involved in a property's management is a practice consistent with operating under this broad definitional framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 748-41 means that tenants are not limited to pursuing only the record owner of a building when a violation of Chapter 748 arises—the chapter's obligations can apply to agents, management companies, lessees, and other parties who exercise control over the premises. This broad definition of 'person' may be relevant when identifying who is responsible for addressing a housing condition or complying with a local requirement. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or housing authority to understand which parties can be held accountable under this provision.
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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