Hillsdale, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 181 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 181-5
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The provisions of this article shall not apply to dwellings designated and used exclusively for occupancy as hotels, motels, transient homes, or bed-and-breakfast facilities.
Section 181-5 of Hillsdale, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 181 carves out a specific category of lodging from the article's coverage. Dwellings that are both designated and actively used exclusively as hotels, motels, transient homes, or bed-and-breakfast facilities fall entirely outside the article's requirements. The exemption applies only when both conditions—designation and exclusive use—are met.
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Operators of hotels, motels, transient homes, or bed-and-breakfast facilities in Hillsdale should be aware that § 181-5 exempts properties that are both formally designated and exclusively used for those transient lodging purposes from the obligations of Chapter 181. Operators of mixed-use or partially residential properties generally cannot rely on this exemption if any portion of the dwelling is used for standard residential occupancy. Maintaining clear documentation of a property's designation and actual use pattern is a common practice for operators seeking to establish that the exemption applies.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
If you reside in a property that a landlord claims is exempt under § 181-5 of Hillsdale's Chapter 181, it is worth understanding that the exemption covers only dwellings that are both designated and used exclusively for transient lodging such as hotels, motels, or bed-and-breakfasts. Tenants in longer-term residential arrangements at such properties may have grounds to question whether the exclusive-use condition is genuinely satisfied. Tenant-rights organizations or local housing offices can be a starting point for understanding whether a particular property's classification affects the protections available under Chapter 181.
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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