Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 120 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 120-15
Applicability; expansion of existing park
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A. This chapter shall apply to all mobile home parks in the Town of Gates, except that it shall not impair or affect the lawful use of property in any existing mobile home park or make illegal such use, provided that such use was lawfully in existence as of the date of the adoption of this chapter. B. Where permitted, no expansion of an existing mobile home park shall be allowed except in conformance with this chapter.
Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 120 § 120-15 establishes that the mobile home park regulations in Chapter 120 cover all mobile home parks within the Town of Gates. However, any use of property that was already lawfully operating at the time the chapter was adopted is protected and does not become illegal simply because of the chapter's enactment. If an existing park seeks to expand, that expansion must fully comply with the requirements set out in Chapter 120.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 120 § 120-15, operators of mobile home parks in the Town of Gates are generally expected to ensure that any new development or expansion of their park meets all current chapter requirements. Operators of parks that predate the chapter's adoption may continue their lawfully established uses without those uses being rendered non-compliant, but that protection does not extend to new or expanded portions of the park. Compliant operators typically document the lawful status of their park as of the chapter's adoption date and obtain any required approvals before undertaking expansion work.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 120 § 120-15 provides that residents of mobile home parks in the Town of Gates are protected by a framework that preserves lawfully existing park uses while requiring any expansions to meet current standards. If a tenant believes that an expansion or change to their park was carried out without conforming to Chapter 120, that concern can generally be raised with the Town of Gates's relevant municipal or code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York municipal housing regulations can help residents understand how this provision may relate to their 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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