Croton-on-Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 186 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 186-6
Enforcement, presumptive evidence
Operative Text
A. The Village Engineer, or their designee, shall have enforcement responsibilities outlined in this chapter. B. The existence of the following shall create a rebuttable presumption that a premises is being used as or contains a rental unit: (1) The property is advertised as offered for lease, rent or otherwise to let for occupancy on a realtor, rental or other housing website, including but not limited to Airbnb, HomeAway, VRBO and similar websites, or by other advertising means.
Under Croton-on-Hudson Code ch. 186 § 186-6, the Village Engineer (or a designated representative) is responsible for enforcing the rental-unit regulations in this chapter. The provision also establishes a legal shortcut: if a property is publicly advertised for rent or lease—whether on platforms like Airbnb, VRBO, or HomeAway, or through any other advertising channel—that advertisement is treated as presumptive evidence that the property is or contains a rental unit. This presumption is 'rebuttable,' meaning a property owner can present evidence to counter it, but the burden shifts once advertising is established.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 186-6, the Village Engineer serves as the primary enforcement authority for Croton-on-Hudson's rental regulations, so operators should expect that office to be the point of contact for compliance matters. Because advertising a property for rent on any platform—including short-term rental sites like Airbnb or VRBO—creates a legal presumption that the property is a rental unit subject to this chapter, compliant operators generally ensure their listings are consistent with their registration and compliance status before publishing. Operators who advertise a unit should be prepared to demonstrate compliance with all applicable requirements under ch. 186 if the Village Engineer initiates an inquiry.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 186-6 of Croton-on-Hudson's Code establishes that the Village Engineer holds enforcement authority over rental-unit regulations in this chapter, giving tenants a clear point of contact if they believe a property is operating as an unregistered or non-compliant rental. If a landlord is advertising a unit for rent while potentially sidestepping local rental requirements, the advertising itself can serve as presumptive evidence under § 186-6 that the property is subject to those rules. Tenants who believe a violation exists may consider contacting the Village Engineer's office directly or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand what options are 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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