Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 252-7
Historic buildings
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The provisions of this code shall not be mandatory for existing buildings or structures designated by the state or local jurisdiction as historic buildings when such buildings or structures are judged by the Code Official to be safe and in the public interest of health, safety and welfare.
Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 § 252-7 establishes an exemption from mandatory code requirements for buildings or structures that have been officially designated as historic by the state or a local jurisdiction. The exemption applies only when the Code Official determines that the building is safe and that granting the exemption serves the public interest in health, safety, and welfare. This means that full compliance with the standard property maintenance code is not automatically required for qualifying historic structures, provided that official safety judgment is made.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Owners of state- or locally designated historic properties in Manchester should be aware that § 252-7 may relieve them of certain mandatory code obligations that would otherwise apply. A compliant operator of such a property typically documents the historic designation and works proactively with the Code Official to obtain a formal determination that the building is safe and that an exemption is in the public interest. Maintaining records of that determination and any ongoing safety measures helps demonstrate continued eligibility for the exemption.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in a historically designated building in Manchester should know that § 252-7 allows the Code Official to waive certain mandatory code requirements for such structures, but only when the building has been judged safe and in the public interest. If a tenant has concerns about whether a claimed historic exemption is being applied appropriately, or whether the building actually meets the safety standard required by this provision, they may raise those concerns with the local Code Official or a tenant-rights organization. Tenants can also explore whether a code violation can be raised as a defense or complaint through available local channels if conditions appear unsafe.
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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