Ellenville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 142 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 142-14
Open areas
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Open areas shall be adequate to assure privacy, natural light and ventilation for each mobile home and sufficient for essential outdoor uses.
Section 142-14 of Ellenville's Code of Ordinances requires that the open spaces surrounding each mobile home in a regulated area be large and arranged well enough to give each unit reasonable privacy, access to natural light, and airflow, while also leaving room for basic outdoor activities. The rule sets a functional standard rather than a fixed numerical measurement, meaning adequacy is judged by whether those core conditions are actually met. This provision applies to the layout and maintenance of mobile home sites within the jurisdiction of Ellenville, New York.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and owners of mobile home parks subject to Ellenville Code ch. 142 § 142-14 generally ensure that site spacing and landscaping do not block natural light or airflow to individual units, and that each lot retains enough open ground for residents to use outdoors in ordinary ways. Compliant operators typically review site plans to confirm that placement of homes, accessory structures, and plantings preserves the privacy and ventilation the ordinance requires. Keeping records of site layout decisions and periodic inspections can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with the open-area standard.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Ellenville Code ch. 142 § 142-14, residents of mobile home parks have a right to open areas around their homes that provide privacy, natural light, ventilation, and space for basic outdoor use. If a tenant believes these conditions are not being met—for example, because a new structure or placement decision has blocked light or eliminated usable outdoor space—general enforcement paths include raising the issue with local code enforcement or the municipal authority responsible for housing standards in Ellenville. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York mobile home park law can help residents understand what options may be available under this provision.
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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