Lenox, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 96 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 96-9
Responsibilities of owners
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Owners of commercial, residential, and mixed-occupancy premises shall be responsible for compliance with the provisions of this article.
Under Lenox, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 96 § 96-9, the legal responsibility for complying with the requirements set out in Article 96 rests with the owners of commercial, residential, and mixed-occupancy properties. This means that regardless of who occupies a building, the owner—not the tenant—bears the primary duty to meet the article's standards. The provision draws no distinction between property types, applying equally across all three categories of premises.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Section 96-9 of Lenox's Code of Ordinances places compliance obligations for Article 96 squarely on property owners, making it essential for operators of commercial, residential, and mixed-occupancy buildings to stay current with all requirements in that article. Compliant operators typically conduct regular reviews of their properties to ensure ongoing adherence and maintain documentation demonstrating that obligations have been met. Because ownership itself triggers responsibility under § 96-9, due diligence at the time of acquisition and throughout the ownership period is a common practice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under ch. 96 § 96-9 of the Lenox Code of Ordinances, the owner—not the tenant—is designated as the responsible party for compliance with Article 96's provisions. Tenants who believe an owner is failing to meet these obligations may consider documenting the conditions at issue and reaching out to the relevant local code enforcement office to report potential violations. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Lenox municipal code can help residents understand what Article 96 requires and what options may be available when an owner appears to be out of compliance.
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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