Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 122-75
Responsibilities of lodging house operators
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Lodging house operators shall be responsible for compliance with the housing standards in regard to the following: A. Limiting occupancy to the maximum permitted by the housing standards. B. Maintenance of safe and sanitary conditions in all parts of lodging house premises. C. Maintenance and operation of all required service facilities. D. Maintenance of all plumbing, cooking and refrigeration fixtures and appliances within his control, as well as other building equipment and facilities, in an operative, clean and sanitary condition. E. Sanitary maintenance of walls, floors and ceilings. F. Keeping exits clear and unencumbered. G. Disposal of building garbage and refuse in a clean and sanitary manner. H. Extermination of insects, rodents or other pests on the premises. I. Hanging and removing required screens.
Section 122-75 of Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 establishes that lodging house operators bear direct responsibility for a broad set of housing-standards obligations within their premises. These obligations cover occupancy limits, sanitary and safe conditions throughout the building, functioning service facilities and plumbing, clean walls and ceilings, clear exits, proper refuse disposal, pest extermination, and the installation and removal of required window screens. The rule places these duties squarely on the operator rather than distributing them among individual occupants.
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Operators of lodging houses in Highland Falls are expected, under § 122-75, to actively manage compliance across every area listed in the ordinance—not merely to respond to complaints after the fact. Compliant operators typically conduct regular inspections to verify that occupancy stays within permitted limits, that plumbing and refrigeration equipment remains functional and clean, that exits are kept clear at all times, and that pest control and refuse disposal programs are consistently maintained. Keeping dated maintenance logs, extermination records, and screen installation schedules can help demonstrate ongoing adherence to each subsection of § 122-75.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of lodging houses in Highland Falls are protected by § 122-75, which places the burden of maintaining safe, sanitary, and properly equipped premises on the operator—not the occupant. If conditions such as pest infestations, blocked exits, broken plumbing, or unsanitary common areas are present, those conditions may constitute violations of this provision. Tenants who believe their operator is not meeting these obligations can document the conditions, contact the relevant local code-enforcement or housing authority in Highland Falls, or reach out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options.
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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