Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 248 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 248-6
Posting of certificate of occupancy
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A certificate of occupancy issued pursuant to this chapter shall be posted in a conspicuous place in said dwelling, upon the issuance thereof.
Under Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 248 § 248-6, any certificate of occupancy issued for a dwelling must be displayed in a clearly visible location within that dwelling as soon as it is issued. The rule establishes a continuous, location-specific posting requirement rather than simply requiring the document to be kept on file. The certificate must remain accessible to anyone who enters or occupies the dwelling.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 248 § 248-6, compliant property operators typically post the certificate of occupancy in a common area or other prominent interior location immediately upon receiving it from the issuing authority. Keeping the certificate framed, mounted, or otherwise secured in a spot that is easily seen — such as a lobby, entryway, or hallway — reflects the conspicuous-placement standard the ordinance describes. Operators generally confirm the posting is maintained whenever the certificate is renewed or reissued.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 248 § 248-6 gives occupants a basis to expect a valid certificate of occupancy to be visibly posted somewhere inside their dwelling. If the certificate is absent or hidden, tenants may raise that absence as a potential code violation when communicating with local building or housing officials. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Canton Village or St. Lawrence County can help residents understand what options exist when a posting requirement like this one appears to go unmet.
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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