Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 72-9
Term of certificate of registration
Operative Text
A. A certificate of registration, pursuant to this article, shall be valid for as long as the information in the application remains complete and accurate, but in no case for more than a period of three years from the date on which the certificate is issued. The owner shall file with the Department a new application in accordance with the requirements of this article: (1) No less than 60 days prior to: (a) The expiration of the then-current certificate; or (b) If sooner, the date set forth in any contract of sale for the closing of transfer of title to the rental dwelling unit or rental property; or (2) Except for any change in the information provided in the application pursuant to § 72-6A , in the event that the prior application is no longer complete or accurate, within 30 days following the occurrence of the event or change in circumstances requiring the updating of such information. B. In the event a new application is not filed if and when required pursuant to this section, the existing certificate of registration shall be null and void.
Under Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 § 72-9, a rental property's certificate of registration remains valid only as long as the application information stays current and accurate, but never longer than three years from the date of issuance. Owners must submit a renewal application at least 60 days before the certificate expires or before a scheduled property sale closing, whichever comes first. If other application details become outdated, a new application is due within 30 days of the change. Failure to file on time automatically voids the existing certificate.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rental properties in Chester subject to ch. 72 § 72-9 generally maintain a calendar reminder to submit renewal applications no later than 60 days before their certificate's expiration date. When a property sale is pending, compliant owners check whether the contract's closing date falls before the certificate's expiration and, if so, file the new application at least 60 days ahead of that closing. Whenever other application information changes—such as contact details or ownership structure—a new application is typically filed within the 30-day window to avoid the certificate being rendered null and void.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants in Chester rental units can look to ch. 72 § 72-9 to understand that their landlord is required to hold a current, valid certificate of registration at all times. If a certificate has lapsed because the owner failed to renew on time or update changed information, the certificate is automatically void under this provision—a fact that may be relevant when raising concerns with local housing authorities. Tenants who believe a landlord is operating without a valid certificate may consider contacting the Chester Department responsible for rental registrations or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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