Lynbrook, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 185 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 185-8
Littering
Operative Text
A. Residential, commercial and industrial premises, whether improved or vacant, shall be maintained free of litter as required by the provisions of Chapter 154 . Littering, of this Code. This section shall not prohibit the storage of litter in authorized private receptacles for collection. B. Adequate sanitary facilities and methods shall be used for the collection, storage, handling and disposal of garbage and refuse in accordance with the provisions of applicable codes. C. No refrigerator may be discarded, abandoned or stored in a place accessible to children without first completely removing any locking devices and all doors. D. Dumpsters and similar large receptacles shall be shielded from the public view by means of appropriate landscaping or architectural screening. E. Shopping centers, supermarkets and similar business units shall provide permanent attractive, decorated litter receptacles within the premises for public use in sufficient quantity to prevent a person from walking in excess of 50 feet to use one such receptacle.
Lynbrook, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 185 § 185-8 establishes a set of property maintenance standards related to litter and waste management. All residential, commercial, and industrial properties must be kept free of litter, garbage must be handled through proper sanitary methods, and large waste receptacles like dumpsters must be screened from public view. The rule also prohibits leaving discarded refrigerators accessible to children unless all locking devices and doors have been fully removed, and requires shopping centers and similar businesses to place litter receptacles close enough together that no one has to walk more than 50 feet to reach one.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Lynbrook, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 185 § 185-8, compliant property operators generally keep their premises clear of litter, use approved sanitary methods for garbage collection and disposal, and ensure dumpsters or large receptacles are screened from public view through landscaping or architectural features. Operators who discard or store refrigerators take care to remove all locking mechanisms and doors before placing them anywhere children could access. Commercial property managers at shopping centers and similar businesses typically audit the placement and quantity of litter receptacles to ensure the 50-foot maximum spacing requirement is consistently met across the premises.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Lynbrook, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 185 § 185-8 establishes baseline cleanliness and safety standards that apply to residential premises, which can be relevant to tenants living in conditions where litter is not being properly managed or where waste facilities are inadequate. Tenants who believe their property is not being maintained in compliance with this provision may consider documenting conditions and reaching out to Lynbrook's local code enforcement or housing authority to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand how property maintenance standards under provisions like § 185-8 may intersect with habitability rights or other local protections.
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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