LeRoy Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 128 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 128-12
Basements
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Basements shall not be deemed habitable space where required windows are located only on one wall and the depth of the basement space exceeds four times its clear height.
Under LeRoy Village Code of Ordinances Chapter 128, Section 128-12, a basement cannot be classified as habitable living space if its only windows are on a single wall and the basement's depth is more than four times its clear ceiling height. This geometric test is designed to ensure that basement areas used as living quarters receive adequate light and ventilation. When either condition is not met, the space falls outside the definition of habitable space under this provision.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers in LeRoy Village should be aware that Section 128-12 sets a specific dimensional standard for basement habitability. A compliant operator generally verifies that any basement unit offered as living space either has windows on more than one wall or maintains a depth-to-height ratio no greater than four-to-one. Operators typically document these measurements before marketing or renting basement areas as habitable units.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 128-12 of the LeRoy Village Code of Ordinances establishes minimum conditions that a basement must meet before it can legally be considered habitable space. Tenants living in a basement unit may have grounds to question whether the space meets this standard if windows exist on only one wall and the space feels disproportionately deep relative to its ceiling height. General enforcement paths can include raising the violation with local code enforcement, noting it as a defense in a housing proceeding, or reaching 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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