Fishkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 116 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 116-3
Prohibition of evictions without good cause
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A. All applicable provisions set forth in Article 6-A of the New York State Real Property Law, and any amendments thereto, are hereby adopted by the Town of Fishkill and incorporated herein by reference. B. Pursuant to § 213(2)(a) of Article 6-A of the New York State Real Property Law, for the purposes of this chapter, any unit within a housing accommodation shall be exempt from the provisions of this chapter if such unit has a monthly rent above 345% of fair market rent, as published by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development and as shall be published for the County of Dutchess by the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal. C. Pursuant to § 213(2)(b) of Article 6-A of the New York State Real Property Law, for the purposes of this chapter, a "small landlord" is defined as a landlord of no more than one housing accommodation anywhere in the State of New York. Provided that owner-occupied housing accommodations or otherwise exempt housing accommodations shall not considered in calculating the number of housing accommodations owned by a landlord.
Fishkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 116 § 116-3 formally adopts New York State's good-cause eviction framework (Article 6-A of the Real Property Law) as local law. Under this provision, rental units whose monthly rent exceeds 345% of the HUD-published fair market rent for Dutchess County are exempt from the chapter's protections. Additionally, landlords who own no more than one housing accommodation statewide qualify as 'small landlords' under the local definition, with owner-occupied or otherwise exempt properties excluded from that count.
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Under Fishkill ch. 116 § 116-3, compliant operators generally determine whether each unit's rent clears the 345%-of-fair-market-rent threshold published by HUD and DHCR for Dutchess County, since units above that threshold fall outside the chapter's coverage. Operators also assess whether they qualify as a 'small landlord' — meaning they own no more than one housing accommodation in New York State — keeping in mind that owner-occupied or exempt properties do not count toward that total. Maintaining clear records of current fair market rent figures and the number of housing accommodations owned helps operators understand which obligations under § 116-3 apply to their portfolio.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Fishkill ch. 116 § 116-3 extends New York State's good-cause eviction protections to eligible renters in the Town of Fishkill, meaning landlords generally must have a recognized lawful reason to pursue eviction or refuse lease renewal. Tenants whose monthly rent is at or below 345% of the HUD-published fair market rent for Dutchess County may be covered by these protections, while those in higher-rent units may fall outside the chapter's scope. Tenants who believe a landlord has not complied with § 116-3 can explore options such as raising the provision as a defense in housing court, contacting the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general information.
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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