Endicott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 160 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 160-20
General requirements for building maintenance
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Residential, commercial and industrial buildings, whether occupied or vacant, and accessory structures shall be maintained in conformity with the provisions of this chapter so as to assure the desirable character of the property. A. Fences, etc. Fences and other minor construction shall be maintained in a safe and substantial condition. B. Steps, driveways, etc. Steps, walks, driveways, parking spaces and similar paved areas shall be maintained so as to afford safe passage under normal use and weather conditions. Any holes or other hazards that may exist shall be filled or necessary repairs or replacement carried out. C. Yards, courts, open porches and vacant lots. Yards, courts, open porches and vacant lots shall be kept clean and free of physical hazards, litter, debris, loose papers, dirt, garbage, junk, rodent harborage and infestation. They shall be maintained in a manner that will prevent dust or other particles from being blown about the neighborhood. Open wells, cesspools or cisterns shall be securely closed or barricaded from access to the public. D. Undergrowth; accumulations of plant growth. Heavy undergrowth and accumulations of plant growth which are noxious or detrimental to health shall be eliminated. Any trees or portions thereof located on private property and constituting a hazard to persons or property shall be trimmed or removed.
Section 160-20 of Endicott's Code of Ordinances establishes baseline maintenance standards for all residential, commercial, and industrial buildings—whether occupied or vacant—as well as their accessory structures. The rule covers a broad range of exterior features, including fences, paved surfaces, yards, open porches, vacant lots, and vegetation, requiring each to be kept in a safe, clean, and hazard-free condition. Open wells, cesspools, and cisterns must be secured from public access, and any trees or plant growth that pose a health or safety risk must be addressed.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Endicott Code ch. 160 § 160-20 generally keep all exterior surfaces—fences, steps, driveways, and parking areas—in a structurally sound and passable condition year-round. Compliant operators routinely clear yards, courts, open porches, and vacant lots of debris, garbage, junk, and conditions that could harbor rodents, and they ensure that any open wells or cisterns are securely closed or barricaded. Hazardous trees or heavy undergrowth that could threaten health or safety are trimmed or removed before they become a code concern.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in properties subject to Endicott Code ch. 160 § 160-20 have an interest in knowing that exterior areas—including yards, walkways, porches, and driveways—are required by local ordinance to be maintained in a safe and clean condition. If conditions such as broken steps, accumulated debris, rodent harborage, or hazardous trees are present, tenants may consider documenting the issues and reporting them to the appropriate Endicott code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes 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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