Henrietta, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 215 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 215-1
Legislative findings and intent
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A. This chapter shall be known and referred to as the "Rental Registry Law of the Town of Henrietta." B. The Henrietta Town Board recognizes that the rental of dwelling units constitutes a business which impacts upon the public health, safety and general welfare of the people of the Town of Henrietta. The state and local framework for regulation of multifamily or multiple-dwelling buildings is in many and various respects not applicable to one- and two-family dwellings which are offered and utilized as non-owner-occupied residential Rental Dwelling Units. The intent of this chapter is to create a registry relating to the offering for rental of dwelling units in one- and two-family buildings, so as to facilitate the enforcement of New York Building and Fire Codes, as well as the Henrietta Town Code in relation thereto, in order to protect the public health, safety and welfare of the people of the Town of Henrietta and to achieve the following beneficial purposes: (1) The protection of the character and stability of residential areas; (2) The correction and prevention of housing conditions/violations that adversely affect or are likely to adversely affect the life, safety, general welfare and health, including the physical, mental and social well-being of persons occupying dwellings; and (3) The preservation of the value of land and buildings throughout the Town of Henrietta.
Section 215-1 of Henrietta's Code of Ordinances establishes the legal foundation and stated purposes of the Town's Rental Registry Law. The provision recognizes that one- and two-family non-owner-occupied rental homes fall outside many state and local regulations that apply to larger multifamily buildings, creating a gap in oversight. To address this, the chapter creates a rental registry designed to support enforcement of New York Building and Fire Codes and the Henrietta Town Code, with the goals of protecting residential character, correcting housing violations, and preserving property values throughout the town.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 215-1 of Henrietta's Rental Registry Law, the Town of Henrietta has formally declared that operating a rental dwelling unit in a one- or two-family building is a business activity subject to local oversight. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the registry requirements established by this chapter, as the law was specifically designed to bring non-owner-occupied one- and two-family rentals into a structured enforcement framework. Understanding the legislative intent behind § 215-1 helps property owners anticipate the compliance obligations that flow from subsequent sections of Chapter 215.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 215-1 of Henrietta's Rental Registry Law signals that the Town Board has recognized a public interest in regulating one- and two-family rental homes, particularly around health, safety, and housing conditions. Tenants in non-owner-occupied one- or two-family dwellings in Henrietta may find that this chapter's registry framework supports enforcement of applicable building and fire codes on their behalf. Those with concerns about housing conditions may explore options such as contacting the Town of Henrietta directly, referencing Chapter 215 when raising issues, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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