Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 157-8
Storage and parking of motor vehicles
Operative Text
A. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation, either as owner, occupant, lessee, agent, tenant or otherwise, of property within the Town of Greece to store or deposit, or cause to suffer or permit to be stored or deposited, a junked or unlicensed motor vehicle or part or piece thereof on any private property within the Town of Greece unless: (1) Such motor vehicle is stored or deposited in a completely enclosed building. (2) Such motor vehicle is under active repair, reconstruction or refurbishing by the owner(s) thereof, who must actually be residing upon the premises. Not more than one such motor vehicle shall be permitted at any one time on any premises. Such motor vehicle must be so maintained and protected as not to create any safety hazard, nuisance or unsightliness to surrounding property owners and shall not remain on the premises for more than 60 days. (3) Such motor vehicle has a temporary storage permit issued by the Building Department. A storage permit may be obtained by presenting a valid certificate of surrender of plates or proof of transfer of plates issued by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. The vehicle must display a current New York State inspection sticker and be in condition for legal use upon the public highway. A storage permit is valid for a period of six months from date of issuance. Such stored motor vehicle must be at all times covered with a fitted commercial cover. Storage permits will be limited to one permit per dwelling unit. B. Junked motor vehicle; definition. (1) As used in this section, "junked motor vehicle" shall mean any motor vehicle that: (a) Is unlicensed or old, wrecked, stored, discarded, abandoned or dismantled, or partly dismantled, which is no longer intended or in condition for legal use upon the public highway. (b) Is being held or used for the purpose of resale of used parts therefrom or for the purpose of reclaiming for use some or all of the materials therein or for the purpose of disposing of the same. (2) With respect to any motor vehicle not required to be licensed or motor vehicle not usually used on public highways, the fact that such motor vehicle has remained unused for more than six months and is not in condition to be moved under its own power shall be presumptive evidence that such motor vehicle is a junked motor vehicle. (3) The fact that a motor vehicle which may be licensed or registered with the State of New York does not display a current license plate, or is covered without a current storage permit, shall be presumptive evidence of the fact that such motor vehicle is unlicensed. (4) Farm vehicles on a farm, as defined by Chapter 211 , Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Greece, are permitted, provided that such vehicles comply with Subsection B(2) of this section. C. Parking of motor vehicles, commercial vehicles and recreational vehicles. (1) Outdoor parking or storage. The outdoor storage or the parking of motor vehicles or recreational vehicles shall not: (a) Be located in any tree lawn area, except when the winter parking provisions set forth in Chapter 146 , Parking, § 146-8 , of the Town of Greece are in effect. (b) Encroach upon a pedestrian walk, fire lane, driveway or any parking spaces which are needed to comply with the parking regulations established for the district in which said outdoor storage is located. (c) Interfere with the safe use of adjoining premises or public rights-of-way. (d) Impact the safe use of any required exit of any building. (2) Garages for the private noncommercial use of the residents of the premises may be used for the storage of a total of not more than four motor vehicles in all garages on said premises (as required by Chapter 211 , Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Greece). (3) The parking of a single commercial vehicle is permitted, provided that the load capacity of said vehicle does not exceed one ton (as required by Chapter 211 , Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Greece). (4) The parking of recreational vehicles owned by a resident of the premises is permitted, provided that such vehicles are in condition for their intended use and are licensed according to the regulations of New York State. (5) A "recreational vehicle" is defined as a device which is used as, mounted on or pulled by a motor vehicle and which is used for recreational purposes. For purposes of this chapter, the definition of "recreational vehicle" shall include but shall not be limited to travel trailers, tent trailers, pickup campers, coach motorized dwellings (commonly known as "motor homes"), boats, boat trailers, snow vehicles, racing vehicles, cycle trailers, utility trailers or similar vehicles or equipment (as required by Chapter 211 , Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Greece).
Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 § 157-8 prohibits storing or depositing junked or unlicensed motor vehicles on private property in the Town of Greece unless specific conditions are met — such as keeping the vehicle in an enclosed building, actively repairing it on-site within a 60-day window, or obtaining a temporary storage permit from the Building Department. The ordinance also defines what qualifies as a 'junked motor vehicle' and establishes rules for the outdoor parking of standard, commercial, and recreational vehicles. Recreational vehicles must be licensed and in usable condition, while commercial vehicles are limited to those with a load capacity of one ton or less.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 § 157-8, property owners and managers generally ensure that no junked or unlicensed vehicles are left in open view on their properties without a valid permit or qualifying exemption. Compliant operators typically confirm that any stored vehicle either sits inside a fully enclosed structure, is under active on-site repair for no more than 60 days, or is covered with a fitted commercial cover and accompanied by a current Building Department storage permit limited to one per dwelling unit. Landlords also routinely verify that outdoor parking areas do not encroach on pedestrian walks, fire lanes, or required parking spaces, and that any commercial vehicle parked on-site does not exceed a one-ton load capacity.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
As a resident or occupant subject to Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 § 157-8, tenants have a right to understand the conditions under which a vehicle they own or store on the premises may be considered in violation of local law. If a tenant believes a notice of violation has been issued incorrectly — for example, if a vehicle qualifies for an active-repair exemption or a valid storage permit was in place — that position can generally be raised through the Town's code enforcement or Building Department process. Tenants who have questions about their rights or the permit process may find it helpful to consult a tenant-rights organization or a licensed attorney familiar with New York municipal code.
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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