Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 122-41
Garbage and refuse
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A. Adequate sanitary facilities and methods shall be used for the collection, storage, handling and disposal of garbage and refuse. B. In multiple dwellings, it shall be prohibited to store or accumulate garbage or refuse in public halls and stairways.
Highland Falls Code of Ordinances ch. 122 § 122-41 requires that garbage and refuse be collected, stored, handled, and disposed of using adequate sanitary facilities and methods. In buildings with multiple dwelling units, garbage and refuse may not be stored or allowed to accumulate in shared hallways or stairways. The rule applies to the management of waste throughout the property, from initial collection through final disposal.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 122 § 122-41, operators of multiple dwellings are generally expected to provide sanitary waste-management infrastructure—such as designated refuse storage areas—that keeps garbage out of common hallways and stairways. Compliant property managers typically establish clearly designated collection points, maintain those areas in a sanitary condition, and ensure tenants have a practical means of disposing of waste without using shared corridors as staging areas. Routine inspections of common areas can help confirm that accumulation in prohibited spaces is not occurring.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 122-41 of the Highland Falls Code of Ordinances gives occupants of multiple dwellings a basis to expect that shared hallways and stairways will be kept free of stored garbage and refuse. If waste is accumulating in common areas, tenants may consider documenting the conditions and raising the issue with the property owner or manager in writing. Tenants who do not receive a satisfactory response may explore filing a complaint with the relevant local code enforcement or housing authority, or reaching out to a 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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