Elmira, N.Y., Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-326
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This article shall apply to existing and to future residential premises, as follows: (a) Lots, plots or parcels of land, which are vacant and which are located in districts zoned for residential use; (b) Lots, plots or parcels of land, on which buildings devoted to residential use or occupancy, mixed occupancy buildings, or accessory structures are located; (c) Buildings devoted to residential use or occupancy, including one- and two-family dwellings and multiple dwellings, mixed occupancy buildings, and accessory structures.
Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-326 establishes the reach of the article's residential property regulations. The rules cover a broad range of property types, including vacant land zoned for residential use, land that already has residential or mixed-use buildings on it, and the buildings themselves — from single-family homes to large multi-unit dwellings, as well as accessory structures. Both existing properties and those developed in the future fall within the article's scope.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-326, property owners and managers should be aware that the article's requirements apply regardless of whether a property is currently developed or still vacant, as long as it is zoned for residential use. Compliant operators typically account for all structures on a parcel — including garages, sheds, and other accessory buildings — not just primary residential units. Mixed-use building owners are also subject to these rules for the residential portions of their properties.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-326 confirms that the protections and standards set out in this article extend to a wide variety of residential settings, including apartments in multiple dwellings, units in mixed-use buildings, and one- and two-family homes. Tenants living in any of these property types may be able to invoke the article's provisions if conditions on the property fall short of its requirements. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Elmira's local code can help residents understand which specific protections within the article may apply to their housing situation.
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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