Mamakating, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 131 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 131-25
Effect on existing mobile homes
Operative Text
A. The provisions of § 131-15 of this chapter shall apply only to a mobile home parked or placed outside a licensed mobile home park on and after the effective date of this chapter. Mobile homes parked outside of a duly licensed mobile home park prior to the effective date of this chapter and occupied as a dwelling may remain in the position or place in which they are then parked, subject to the existing ordinance of the Town of Mamakating; provided, however, that no such mobile home shall be moved to a new location in the Town of Mamakating except in compliance with the provisions of this chapter. B. Nothing herein contained shall be construed to prevent the continued use and occupancy of mobile homes outside of mobile home parks which have previously received a permit for such use and occupancy under prior Trailer Ordinance provisions. (1) All such mobile homes shall comply with the tie-down provisions of this chapter within one year from the effective date of this chapter. (2) Any mobile home for which a valid permit is in existence on the effective date of this chapter may be replaced by any other mobile home on the same location, provided that, if replaced by a new mobile home, it shall comply with § 131-26 of this chapter, and all mobile homes shall be equipped with tie-downs when installed on the site. (3) Additions to existing mobile homes shall be permitted, not to exceed 50% of the existing size of said mobile home, as long as said addition is constructed in accordance with the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and is certified structurally safe by a New York State licensed architect or engineer and is not in violation of the Town Zoning Ordinance. The Town Building Inspector and/or Town Engineer shall then review said plans and, if approved, shall issue a building permit. A certificate of occupancy must be issued under town guidelines as stated in respective town ordinances before an addition can be inhabited. Existing mobile homes may, however, have added thereto patios, screen porches, decks or utility buildings.
Section 131-25 of Mamakating's Code of Ordinances establishes how pre-existing mobile homes outside licensed mobile home parks are treated under the town's mobile home regulations. Mobile homes that were already parked and occupied before the chapter's effective date may generally stay in place under prior rules, but any relocation within the town must comply with the current chapter. Additions to such homes are allowed up to 50% of the existing structure's size, provided they meet New York State building codes, receive certification from a licensed architect or engineer, and obtain the required building permit and certificate of occupancy from the town.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 131-25, operators and owners of mobile homes situated outside licensed parks before the chapter's effective date should be aware that grandfathered status does not extend to relocations — moving a unit to a new site within Mamakating triggers full compliance with the current chapter. Compliant operators ensure that all such mobile homes are equipped with tie-downs within one year of the chapter's effective date, and that any replacement unit on the same lot meets the requirements of § 131-26. When planning additions, compliant operators obtain structural certification from a New York State licensed architect or engineer, secure a building permit through the Town Building Inspector and/or Town Engineer, and obtain a certificate of occupancy before allowing the addition to be occupied.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 131-25 protects residents of mobile homes that were lawfully parked and occupied outside a licensed park before the chapter's effective date, allowing them to remain in place under prior town ordinances. Tenants should be aware that this grandfathered status has limits — if the mobile home is moved to a new location in Mamakating, the current chapter's requirements apply, and any addition to the home requires a building permit and certificate of occupancy before it can be inhabited. Residents who believe their housing situation is affected by this provision may wish to contact the Mamakating Town Building Inspector's office for clarification or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with New York mobile home regulations.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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