Endicott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 160 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 160-35
Extermination of pests
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Every occupant of a dwelling containing a single dwelling unit shall be responsible for the extermination of any insects, rodents or other pests therein or on the premises; and every occupant of a dwelling unit in a dwelling containing more than one dwelling unit shall be responsible for such extermination whenever his dwelling unit is the only one infested. Notwithstanding the foregoing provision of this section, whenever infestation is caused by failure of the owner to maintain a dwelling in a ratproof or reasonably insectproof condition, extermination shall be the responsibility of the owner. Whenever infestation exists in two or more of the dwelling units in any dwelling or in the shared or public parts of any dwelling containing two or more dwelling units, extermination thereof shall be the responsibility of the owner.
Under Endicott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 160 § 160-35, responsibility for pest extermination in a dwelling depends on the scope and source of the infestation. In a single-unit dwelling, the occupant bears full responsibility for eliminating insects, rodents, or other pests. In a multi-unit building, the occupant handles extermination when only their unit is affected; however, when infestation spreads to two or more units, reaches shared or common areas, or results from the owner's failure to keep the structure ratproof or reasonably insectproof, the responsibility shifts to the owner.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Endicott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 160 § 160-35 generally maintain buildings in a ratproof and reasonably insectproof condition as a baseline obligation. Compliant operators typically conduct regular inspections of structural entry points, shared spaces, and common areas, and arrange professional extermination whenever infestation is found in two or more units or in any shared portion of the building. Keeping documentation of inspections and extermination services can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with § 160-35's owner-responsibility provisions.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 160-35 of Endicott's Code of Ordinances gives tenants in multi-unit buildings a clear basis to request owner-arranged extermination when pests are present in common areas, two or more units, or when the infestation stems from the building's structural condition. Tenants who believe an owner has failed to meet this obligation may consider documenting the infestation with photographs and written communications, then contacting the appropriate local code enforcement office to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Broome County housing codes can help explain the range of options available under § 160-35.
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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