Johnstown Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 43 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 43-5
Accumulation of refuse prohibited
Operative Text
No property owner shall allow refuse or rubbish to accumulate outside watertight containers.
Section 43-5 of Johnstown Town's Code of Ordinances prohibits the accumulation of refuse or rubbish outside of watertight containers on any property. The rule places the responsibility squarely on property owners to ensure that waste does not pile up in an uncontained manner. This applies regardless of who generated the refuse or how it came to be on the property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Johnstown Town Code § 43-5, compliant property owners generally ensure that all refuse and rubbish on their premises is stored in watertight containers at all times. Operators of rental properties typically provide adequate, properly sealed receptacles and monitor the property to prevent loose accumulation of waste. Maintaining a regular waste-removal schedule and inspecting container conditions are practices commonly associated with ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 43-5 places the legal obligation to prevent refuse accumulation on the property owner, which means tenants may have grounds to raise a concern if their landlord is failing to provide or maintain adequate watertight containers. Tenants who observe a violation can report the condition to Johnstown Town's local code enforcement office. Consulting a tenant-rights organization can help clarify what remedies or complaint processes may be available in a given situation.
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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