Goshen, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 69 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 69-15
Variances
Operative Text
A. Where there are practical difficulties, unusual circumstances or design innovations involved, the Town Planning Board may recommend and the Town Board may grant variances from any of the provisions and regulations of this chapter, except those related to Health Department or Department of Environmental Conservation requirements. B. Requests for a variance shall be in writing from the person applying for the mobile home park permit required in accordance with § 69-6 of this chapter. C. In considering a request for variance, the reviewing Boards shall be guided by the circumstances of the situation and the intent of the applicant and shall act as to protect the best interests of the community.
Section 69-15 of Goshen, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 69 establishes a process by which the Town Planning Board and Town Board may grant variances from the mobile home park regulations when practical difficulties, unusual circumstances, or design innovations are present. Variances cannot be granted from requirements tied to the Health Department or the Department of Environmental Conservation. The reviewing boards are directed to weigh the specific circumstances and the applicant's intent against the broader interests of the community when deciding whether to approve a variance request.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators or prospective operators of mobile home parks in Goshen who encounter regulatory obstacles under ch. 69 may submit a written variance request as part of the permit process outlined in § 69-6. Under § 69-15, a compliant applicant typically documents the practical difficulty, unusual circumstance, or design innovation that makes strict compliance impractical, and presents that case to the Town Planning Board for a recommendation to the Town Board. Because Health Department and Department of Environmental Conservation requirements are explicitly excluded from variance eligibility, operators generally ensure those standards are met in full regardless of any variance sought.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents or prospective residents of mobile home parks in Goshen should be aware that § 69-15 allows the Town Board to approve variances from certain park regulations, which can affect the physical layout or operational standards of a park. Because the reviewing boards are required to consider the best interests of the community, members of the public generally have the opportunity to participate in local board proceedings where such variances are considered. Tenants who believe a granted variance affects their health or safety may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or review the variance record through the Town of Goshen's official channels.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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