Mamakating, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 147-9
Rubbish and garbage
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A. Accumulation of waste, rubbish or garbage. All exterior property and premises, and the interior of every structure, shall be free from any accumulation of waste, rubbish or garbage. B. Dry vegetation, combustible waste and refuse. Combustible waste, refuse and large quantities of dry vegetation, which by reason of their proximity to buildings or structures would constitute a fire hazard or contribute to the spread of fire, shall be removed. C. Disposal of rubbish. Every occupant of a structure shall dispose of all rubbish in a clean and sanitary manner by placing such rubbish in approved containers. (1) Rubbish storage facilities. The owner of every occupied premises shall supply approved covered containers for rubbish, and the owner of the premises shall be responsible for the removal of rubbish. (2) Refrigerators. Refrigerators and similar equipment shall not be discarded, abandoned, or stored on the premises accessible to children without first removing the doors. D. Disposal of garbage. Every occupant of a structure shall dispose of garbage in a clean and sanitary manner by placing such garbage in an approved garbage disposal facility or approved garbage containers. (1) Garbage facilities. Except as otherwise provided by local law, the owner of every dwelling shall supply one of the following: an approved mechanical food waste grinder in each dwelling unit; an approved incinerator unit in the structure available to the occupants in each dwelling unit, or an approved leakproof, covered, outside garbage container. (2) Containers. The operator of every establishment producing garbage shall provide, and at all times cause to be utilized, approved leakproof containers provided with close-fitting covers for the storage of such materials until removed from the premises for disposal.
Mamakating, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 § 147-9 establishes that all properties — both inside and outside — must be kept free of accumulated waste, rubbish, and garbage. Combustible materials or large amounts of dry vegetation that pose a fire hazard near buildings must be removed. Occupants are responsible for disposing of rubbish and garbage in sanitary, approved containers, while property owners bear responsibility for supplying those containers and arranging removal. Special rules apply to discarded refrigerators and to commercial establishments that generate garbage.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 147-9, property owners and operators are generally expected to supply approved, covered, and leakproof containers for both rubbish and garbage at every occupied premises, and to arrange for the removal of rubbish. Owners of dwellings must provide at least one approved garbage disposal option — such as a mechanical food waste grinder, an incinerator unit, or a covered outside garbage container — for each dwelling unit. Owners should also ensure that any discarded refrigerators or similar appliances stored on the premises have their doors removed before being accessible to children, and that combustible waste or dry vegetation near structures is cleared to prevent fire hazards.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 147-9 gives occupants a clear right to premises that are free from accumulated waste and equipped with adequate, sanitary disposal facilities supplied by the property owner. If an owner fails to provide approved containers or a proper garbage disposal option as required by this provision, tenants may document the condition and consider raising it as a code-violation complaint with the appropriate local code enforcement authority in Mamakating. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York property maintenance codes can help explain the range of options available when a landlord does not meet the standards set out in § 147-9.
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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