Cortlandt, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 230 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 230-9
Failure to register; incomplete or inaccurate information
Operative Text
It shall be a violation of this chapter for an owner or a responsible person to provide inaccurate information for the registry of rental dwellings or to fail to provide the information required herein for the registry.
Section 230-9 of Cortlandt's rental dwelling registry ordinance (Chapter 230) establishes that submitting false or incomplete information to the registry—or failing to register at all—constitutes a violation of the chapter. The rule applies to owners and any 'responsible persons' as defined by the ordinance. Both acts of omission (not registering) and acts of commission (providing inaccurate data) are covered.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 230-9 of Cortlandt Code Chapter 230, compliant operators ensure that every required field in the rental dwelling registry is filled out accurately and kept current. Property owners and responsible persons who submit incomplete forms or incorrect details—such as wrong addresses, ownership information, or contact data—are in violation regardless of intent. Operators generally maintain records that can verify the accuracy of their registry submissions in case questions arise.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 230-9 of Cortlandt Code Chapter 230 means that your landlord or the responsible person for your building is legally obligated to register the rental dwelling with accurate and complete information. If you have reason to believe your unit is not registered or that false information was submitted, you may contact the Town of Cortlandt's relevant municipal office to inquire about the registry and report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Westchester County housing rules can also help you understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available.
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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