Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 174 § 174-10

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Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 174 § 174-10
For the purposes of this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: COMPARABLE REPLACEMENT DWELLING UNIT A dwelling unit that, meets the criteria of 24 CFR 42.2(c)(1) through (4) and is available at a monthly cost for rent plus estimated average monthly utility costs that does not exceed 30% of the household's average gross monthly income, with such adjustments to income as the City of Hudson may deem appropriate, after taking into account any rental assistance the household would receive. Where a certificate or housing voucher is provided under § 174-10A(3)(a)[1], the dwelling unit must be available to the household at a monthly cost for rent and estimated average monthly utility cost that does not exceed the fair market rent or the payment standard, respectively. DECENT, SAFE AND SANITARY DWELLING A decent, safe and sanitary dwelling as defined in 24 CFR 42.2(3) . HUD The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. LOW-/MODERATE-INCOME DWELLING UNIT A dwelling unit with a market rental, including utility costs, that does not exceed the applicable fair market rent (FMR) for existing housing and moderate rehabilitation established under 24 CFR Part 888 . OCCUPIABLE DWELLING UNIT A dwelling unit that is in a standard condition or that is in a substandard condition but is suitable for rehabilitation. STANDARD CONDITION and SUBSTANDARD CONDITION SUITABLE FOR REHABILITATION If the City of Hudson has a HUD-approved housing assistance plan, the definitions of "standard condition" and "substandard condition suitable for rehabilitation" established in the plan will apply. If the City of Hudson does not have a HUD-approved housing assistance plan, the City of Hudson must establish and make public its definition of these terms, consistent with the requirements of 24 CFR 570.306(e)(1) .
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Plain English

Section 174-10 of Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 174 establishes the specific meanings of key terms used throughout the article, including what qualifies as a 'comparable replacement dwelling unit,' a 'decent, safe and sanitary dwelling,' a 'low-/moderate-income dwelling unit,' and an 'occupiable dwelling unit.' These definitions set the baseline standards—such as affordability thresholds tied to household income and federal fair market rents—that govern how displacement, relocation, and housing assistance are evaluated under the article. The definitions incorporate federal standards from HUD regulations, meaning the thresholds and criteria are tied to federally established benchmarks rather than set solely by local discretion.

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For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating under ch. 174 of the Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances should be familiar with the defined terms in § 174-10, as these definitions determine how replacement housing is evaluated when tenants are displaced. A compliant operator generally ensures that any offered replacement unit meets the affordability criteria tied to the household's gross monthly income and applicable fair market rents, as specified in the section. Operators also take note that the City of Hudson may apply income adjustments and must publicly establish definitions for 'standard condition' and 'substandard condition suitable for rehabilitation' if no HUD-approved housing assistance plan is in place.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 174-10 of Hudson's Code of Ordinances ch. 174 defines the terms that determine whether a replacement housing offer meets the legal standard of 'comparable'—including affordability limits based on household income and federal fair market rents. Tenants who receive a relocation offer can reference these definitions to assess whether the offered unit qualifies under the article's requirements, including whether rent and utility costs fall within the prescribed thresholds. Those who believe an offered unit does not meet the defined criteria may consider raising this as a concern with the City of Hudson or consulting a local 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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Hudson Code § 174-10
Hudson Code § 174-11

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