Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 112-12
Brush, obnoxious growth and trash
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A. Responsibility of landowners. For the protection of the residents of the Village of Manorhaven, it shall be the duty of all owners of land in the Village to maintain their properties in such a manner as to properly control the growth of brush, turf grass, hedges, weeds, overhanging tree limbs at property lines and the accumulation of rubbish thereon. B. Notice to cut or remove. If, in the judgment of the Building Superintendent, any brush, grass, hedges, rubbish or weeds are in need of being cut, trimmed or removed because the same constitute or are about to become a fire, health or safety hazard, the Superintendent of Buildings shall cause a notice, in writing, to be served upon the owner, demanding that such action be taken by the owner within 10 days from the date of the notice. Such notice to comply shall be mailed to such owner, addressed to his last known address, and shall be deemed to constitute sufficient service thereof.
Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 112 § 112-12 establishes that all landowners in the Village of Manorhaven are responsible for keeping their properties free of overgrown brush, turf grass, hedges, weeds, overhanging tree limbs, and accumulated rubbish. When the Building Superintendent determines that any of these conditions constitute or are about to become a fire, health, or safety hazard, the village may issue a written notice to the property owner. That notice, mailed to the owner's last known address, gives the owner 10 days to cut, trim, or remove the offending growth or debris.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Manorhaven Code § 112-12, property owners are generally expected to routinely inspect and maintain their land so that brush, grass, hedges, weeds, overhanging limbs, and rubbish do not reach levels that could be deemed a fire, health, or safety hazard. Compliant operators typically keep records of maintenance activities and ensure that contact information on file with the village is current, since written notices are mailed to the owner's last known address and the 10-day compliance window begins from the notice date. Staying ahead of vegetation and debris accumulation reduces the likelihood of receiving a formal notice from the Building Superintendent.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 112-12 of the Manorhaven Code gives tenants context for understanding a landlord's legal obligation to control overgrown vegetation and rubbish on the property. If conditions such as overgrown brush, weeds, or accumulated trash appear to pose a fire, health, or safety hazard, tenants may consider contacting the Village's Building Superintendent's office to inquire about the complaint or inspection process. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local Village of Manorhaven ordinances can help residents understand what options may be available when a landlord appears to be failing these maintenance duties.
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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