Mamaroneck Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 161 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 161-13
Janitorial services
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A. Whenever there are 10 or more families occupying any multiple dwelling and the owner does not reside therein, there shall be a janitor, housekeeper or some other person responsible on behalf of the owner, who shall reside in said dwelling or within a distance of 300 feet from said dwelling, and who shall at all times maintain the premises in compliance with this article and keep the premises free from filth, garbage, refuse and rubbish and who shall be responsible for the daily collection of garbage and other refuse from the occupants on a regular schedule and at a reasonable time and place the same out for collection and who shall have charge of such dwelling, except that where two or three multiple dwellings are connected or adjoining, one resident janitor or such other person named above shall be sufficient. The name of such janitor or other such person shall be registered with the Building Department of the Town of Mamaroneck. B. The owner or agent shall make his name, post office address and telephone number known to all tenants by posting it in a lobby or public hallway or other method satisfactory to the Building Inspector or the Director of Building Code Enforcement and Land Use Administration and shall also make available and known to all tenants and the Building Inspector or the Director of Building Code Enforcement and Land Use Administration the name, address and telephone number of an alternate individual who shall be responsible during the absence of said superintendent, janitor, caretaker or housekeeper. In the event that the landlord chooses to post his telephone number, he must post the telephone number of an agent authorized by him to make repairs and to act in emergencies. C. When changes in personnel occur, it shall be the obligation of the owner or agent to keep the Building Department and tenants advised of all changes. D. Said janitor, superintendent, caretaker or housekeeper shall have sufficient knowledge, competence and responsibility and shall have authority from the owner or operator to attend to or arrange for continual operation of all essential services and facilities required under this article. E. Failure of any janitor, superintendent, caretaker or housekeeper to comply with the provisions of this article shall not relieve the owner or agent from the duties and responsibilities imposed by this article.
Mamaroneck Town Code ch. 161 § 161-13 establishes that any multiple dwelling with 10 or more families and a non-resident owner must have a designated janitor, housekeeper, or responsible person living either in the building or within 300 feet of it. That person must maintain cleanliness, collect garbage daily on a regular schedule, and have the authority to keep all essential building services running. Owners must also make their own contact information and that of an alternate responsible person available to all tenants and the Building Department, and must update that information whenever personnel changes occur.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of qualifying multiple dwellings under § 161-13 generally ensure that a janitor or equivalent responsible person is in place, lives within the required proximity, and is registered with the Mamaroneck Town Building Department. Compliant operators post their own name, mailing address, and telephone number—or that of an authorized repair agent—in a lobby or public hallway, and also make an alternate contact available to tenants and the Building Inspector or Director of Building Code Enforcement and Land Use Administration. When staffing changes occur, owners and agents typically notify both the Building Department and tenants promptly, since § 161-13(E) makes clear that a janitor's failure to comply does not transfer the owner's underlying obligations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 161-13, tenants in a qualifying multiple dwelling have a right to know the owner's or agent's contact information and the name and contact details of an alternate responsible person, both of which should be posted or otherwise made available in the building. If garbage is not being collected on a regular schedule, the premises are not being kept free of filth and refuse, or no responsible person appears to be on duty, these conditions may constitute violations of this provision. Tenants who believe the requirements of § 161-13 are not being met can file a complaint with the Mamaroneck Town Building Department or consult a tenant-rights organization to understand 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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