Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 72-12
Registration effective date and deadline
Operative Text
The rental registration requirements of this article shall be effective immediately. However, current owners renting in the Village of Chester, shall have 30 days from the effective date of this law to register.
Section 72-12 of Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 72 establishes that the rental registration program takes effect immediately upon the law's adoption. Landlords who were already renting units in the Village of Chester at the time the law became effective are given a 30-day grace period to complete their registration. New rental activity after the effective date is subject to the registration requirements without any grace period.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 72-12 of Chester's rental registration ordinance, operators who were actively renting in the Village of Chester when the law took effect had 30 days from that date to register their properties. Compliant operators generally ensure their registration is on file before any applicable deadline and maintain documentation confirming the date they submitted their registration. Landlords who began renting after the effective date of Chapter 72 are expected to register without the benefit of that transitional window.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 72-12 of Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 requires that landlords renting in the Village of Chester be registered under the local rental registration program. Tenants who believe their landlord may not have complied with this registration requirement can inquire with the Village of Chester's relevant municipal office to confirm whether a property is properly registered. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help residents understand what options may be available when a landlord has not met the registration deadline.
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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