Lindenhurst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 141 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 141-3
Open areas and parking spaces
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A. Surface and subsurface water shall be appropriately drained to protect buildings and structures and to prevent the development of stagnant ponds. Gutters, culverts, catch basins, drain inlets, stormwater sewers or other satisfactory drainage systems shall be utilized where necessary. No roof, surface or sanitary drainage shall create a structural safety or health hazard by reason of construction, maintenance or manner of discharge. B. Fences and other accessory structures shall be maintained in a safe and nondeteriorated condition. C. Steps, walks, driveways, parking spaces and similar paved areas shall be maintained so as to afford safe passage under normal use and weather conditions. Any holes or other hazards that may exist shall be filled, and necessary repairs or replacement shall be made. D. Yards, courts and vacant lots shall be kept clean and free of physical hazards, rodent harborage and infestation. They shall be maintained in a manner that will prevent dust or other particles from being blown about the neighborhood. Open wells, cesspools or cisterns shall be securely closed or barricaded from access to the public. E. Heavy undergrowth and accumulations of plant growth which are noxious or detrimental to health shall be eliminated. Any trees or portions thereof located on private property and constituting a hazard to persons or property shall be removed. F. A junked vehicle may not be parked, stored or left in the open. G. All fences and planting areas installed on the premises shall be maintained by the owner of the property. Such maintenance shall include, but not be limited to, the replacement of trees and shrubs which may die and/or otherwise be destroyed, the maintenance and cutting of lawns and the replacement and/or repair of fences which may be in disrepair.
Lindenhurst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 141 § 141-3 establishes a broad set of standards for the outdoor areas of private properties, covering drainage, fencing, paved surfaces, yard cleanliness, vegetation, and vehicle storage. The rule requires that water be properly channeled away from structures, that walkways and parking areas remain safe for normal use, and that yards be kept free of hazards, pests, and excessive plant growth. Junked vehicles may not be left in the open, and all fences, lawns, and plantings must be kept in good repair by the property owner.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Lindenhurst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 141 § 141-3, compliant property operators routinely inspect gutters, drains, and grading to ensure water moves away from buildings without pooling. They keep paved surfaces, steps, and parking areas free of holes and deterioration, promptly fill hazards, and maintain fences and landscaping — including replacing dead trees and shrubs and cutting lawns. Operators also ensure that no junked vehicles are stored in the open and that yards remain free of rodent harborage, noxious vegetation, and unsecured wells or cisterns.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Lindenhurst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 141 § 141-3 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when outdoor areas of a rental property are unsafe or unsanitary — such as crumbling walkways, standing water, pest infestations, overgrown vegetation, or deteriorated fencing. Tenants who observe conditions that appear to violate these standards may report them to the local code enforcement or building department, which has authority to inspect and require corrective action. Consulting a tenant-rights organization can help clarify what documentation to gather and what local complaint processes are available.
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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