Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 133-9
Filling and dumping
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A. Filling with nontoxic inorganic materials. Nontoxic inorganic fill material may be used to establish new grades, provided that the use of said fill material, including but not limited to its composition, amount, location and extent, are approved by the Building Inspector and the Town Engineer. B. Filling with other materials. Filling with or dumping of organic materials, construction debris, chemical wastes, liquid petroleum derivatives or other deleterious substances shall not be permitted. Fill materials shall consist of shale, sand, gravel and/or rock only. No non-soil constituents will be permitted. Fill material shall conform to the General Fill requirements defined by 6 NYCRR Part 360.13 .
Gates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 § 133-9 governs what materials may be used when filling or grading land within the town. Nontoxic inorganic materials such as shale, sand, gravel, and rock are permissible, but only after the Building Inspector and Town Engineer approve the specific composition, amount, location, and extent of the fill. Organic materials, construction debris, chemical wastes, liquid petroleum derivatives, and other harmful substances are flatly prohibited, and all fill must also meet the state standards set out in 6 NYCRR Part 360.13.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers undertaking grading or fill work in Gates should be aware that § 133-9 requires advance approval from both the Building Inspector and the Town Engineer before any nontoxic inorganic fill is placed. Compliant operators typically document the proposed fill's composition, volume, and placement area and submit that information for review prior to beginning work. Using only approved materials—shale, sand, gravel, or rock—and keeping records of that compliance helps demonstrate conformance with the provision's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
If you rent property in Gates and observe filling or dumping activity on or near your rental that appears to involve prohibited materials such as construction debris, organic waste, or chemical substances, § 133-9 provides a basis for raising concerns. Tenants can generally report suspected violations to the Gates Building Inspector's office, which is the body charged with approving fill activity under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations or a housing attorney can help clarify what options may be available if such activity affects your living conditions.
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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