Ghent, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 136 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 136-2
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Except as hereinafter provided, this chapter shall apply to every rental dwelling or premises that are leased, rented, let or assigned, with or without consideration, by an owner-occupant, an absentee owner or a legal agent on behalf of the owner, provided, however, that there are at least three or more separate units in any such dwelling or premises available for, or capable of, being rented or occupied. A dwelling unit that is actually occupied by the owner of the rental dwelling or premises shall not count as a dwelling unit for purposes of this section.
Section 136-2 of Ghent, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 136 defines which rental properties fall under the chapter's rules. The chapter covers any dwelling or premises that is leased, rented, let, or assigned — whether or not money changes hands — as long as the property contains at least three separate units available for rent or occupancy. An owner-occupied unit within the same building does not count toward that three-unit threshold, meaning the owner's own home is excluded from the unit tally when determining whether the chapter applies.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ghent, N.Y., Code of Ordinances § 136-2, operators of residential rental properties generally confirm whether their building meets the three-unit minimum before assuming the chapter's requirements apply to them. Because an owner-occupied unit is excluded from the count, a property owner living on-site would typically assess only the remaining rentable units when determining coverage. Compliant operators keep clear records of which units are available for rent or occupancy to support an accurate determination of scope.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 136-2 of Ghent, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 136 establishes the baseline for which renters are protected by the chapter — generally those living in a building with at least three rentable units, not counting any unit the owner personally occupies. Tenants who believe their building meets this threshold may have access to the protections the chapter provides. Those uncertain about whether their building qualifies can consult local tenant-rights organizations or the Town of Ghent directly for general information about how the scope provision is applied.
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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