Ellenville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 181 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 181-8
Failure to obtain certificate a violation
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The owner, his agent and/or representative shall be in violation of the provisions of this chapter if he shall lease, sublet or otherwise rent or occupy an RRAU without obtaining a certificate of rental safety. Once such certificate shall be issued, it shall be valid for a twelve-month period.
Under Ellenville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 181 § 181-8, it is a violation for a property owner, agent, or representative to lease, sublet, or otherwise rent or allow occupancy of a Rental Residential Accommodation Unit (RRAU) without first obtaining a certificate of rental safety. Once issued, the certificate remains valid for a twelve-month period, after which a new certificate must be obtained to remain in compliance. The rule applies regardless of whether the owner acts directly or through an agent or representative.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to Ellenville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 181 § 181-8 generally ensure that a valid certificate of rental safety is secured before any RRAU is leased, sublet, or otherwise made available for occupancy. Because the certificate carries a twelve-month validity window, compliant operators typically track expiration dates and initiate renewal before the current certificate lapses. Agents and representatives acting on behalf of an owner are also covered by this provision, so property management companies and similar intermediaries are generally expected to verify certificate status as well.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Ellenville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 181 § 181-8, tenants have an interest in knowing whether their rental unit was lawfully certified before occupancy was permitted. If a landlord has not obtained a certificate of rental safety, that failure constitutes a violation of this chapter, which may be relevant information when raising concerns with local code enforcement or housing authorities. Tenants who believe this provision has not been followed may consider contacting the Village of Ellenville's code enforcement office or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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