Groton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 127 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 127-30
Recreation areas
Operative Text
In all parks accommodating or designed to accommodate 50 or more manufactured homes, there shall be one or more recreation areas which shall be developed by the park owner and easily accessible to all park residents. The size of such recreation areas shall be based upon a minimum of 500 square feet for each manufactured home lot. Recreation areas shall be located so as not to create major traffic hazards and shall be integrated into the design and layout of the park. The recreational area or areas shall measure no less than 50 feet on any one side.
Section 127-30 of Groton's Code of Ordinances requires that manufactured home parks with 50 or more homes include one or more recreation areas that are accessible to all residents. These areas must be developed by the park owner and sized at a minimum of 500 square feet per home lot, with no single recreation area measuring less than 50 feet on any side. The areas must be positioned to avoid creating significant traffic hazards and must be woven into the overall design of the park.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 127-30, operators of manufactured home parks that accommodate 50 or more homes are generally expected to plan, develop, and maintain recreation areas as part of the park's layout from the outset. Compliant park owners typically calculate the required total recreation area by multiplying the number of home lots by 500 square feet, ensure no recreation space is narrower than 50 feet on any side, and site those areas away from traffic conflict points. Accessibility for all residents and integration into the park's overall design are also key elements that operators typically address during planning and permitting.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 127-30 gives residents of qualifying manufactured home parks in Groton the right to have accessible, properly sized recreation areas provided by the park owner. If a park with 50 or more homes lacks adequate recreation space—or if existing areas are inaccessible or poorly sited—residents may have grounds to raise this as a code compliance concern with the appropriate local municipal authority. Tenant-rights organizations or a housing attorney familiar with New York manufactured home park regulations can help residents understand what options may be available to them.
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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