Mamaroneck Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 222 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 222-2
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When used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: HOUSING ACCOMMODATION Any place in which human habitation is permitted by the Village of Mamaroneck. NATIONAL ORIGIN Includes ancestry. PERSON Includes one (1) or more individuals, partnerships, associations, corporations, legal representatives and successors. The singular shall be construed as if it reads the plural whenever the sense of this chapter so requires.
Section 222-2 of Mamaroneck Village's Code of Ordinances establishes the foundational definitions that govern the rest of Chapter 222. Under this provision, 'housing accommodation' covers any place the Village of Mamaroneck permits for human habitation, 'national origin' is explicitly defined to include ancestry, and 'person' is broadly construed to encompass individuals as well as entities such as partnerships, corporations, and associations. These definitions set the interpretive framework for all rights, obligations, and prohibitions found elsewhere in the chapter.
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Property owners and managers operating within Mamaroneck Village should be aware that Chapter 222 § 222-2 defines the scope of who and what is covered by the chapter's requirements. Because 'housing accommodation' encompasses any Village-permitted dwelling and 'person' includes corporate and organizational entities—not just individuals—operators of any size or structure fall within the chapter's reach. Familiarity with these definitions helps ensure that compliance efforts are applied to the correct properties and parties.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 222-2 of Mamaroneck Village's Code of Ordinances is important for tenants because it broadly defines who is protected and what properties are covered under Chapter 222. The inclusion of 'ancestry' within the definition of 'national origin' means protections extend to a wide range of background-based characteristics. Tenants who believe their rights under Chapter 222 have been violated may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or local housing authority to understand how these definitions apply to their circumstances.
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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