Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 158-4
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This chapter shall apply to rental residential premises and unoccupied residential premises, as follows: A. Lots, plots or parcels of land on which residential buildings, buildings of varied occupancy or accessory structures are located. B. Residential buildings, including one- and two-family dwellings and multiple dwellings, as defined herein. C. Residential occupancies in buildings of mixed occupancy. D. Accessory structures accessory to residential occupancies.
Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-4 establishes the scope of the town's residential property maintenance chapter, defining which types of properties fall under its rules. The chapter covers a broad range of residential situations, including single-family homes, two-family homes, multi-unit dwellings, mixed-use buildings with residential occupancies, and accessory structures tied to residential use. Vacant residential properties and the land parcels on which these structures sit are also included within the chapter's reach.
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Under Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-4, property owners and managers operating any form of rental residential property in Evans — from a single-family rental to a multi-unit building, a mixed-use property with residential tenants, or even an accessory structure used in connection with a residence — are generally expected to understand that this chapter's requirements apply to their holdings. Compliant operators typically review the full chapter to identify which specific maintenance and habitability standards govern each type of structure on their parcels. Owners of vacant residential properties should also be aware that the chapter's applicability extends to unoccupied premises as well.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-4 broadly defines which residential properties are covered by the town's housing chapter, which can be relevant to tenants living in single-family rentals, apartments in multi-unit buildings, residential units within mixed-use buildings, or spaces associated with accessory structures. Knowing that your type of housing falls within this chapter's scope is a starting point for understanding what protections and standards may apply to your living situation. Tenants who believe their property is not being maintained in accordance with the chapter's requirements may consider contacting the relevant Evans town authority, consulting a tenant-rights organization, or raising the chapter's applicability as part of any formal complaint process.
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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