Massena, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 186 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 186-2
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The purpose of this Part 1 is to provide basic and uniform standards, in terms of performance objectives implemented by specific requirements governing the condition, occupancy and maintenance of residential premises, and establishing reasonable safeguards for the safety, health and welfare of the occupants and users thereof.
Section 186-2 of Massena's Code of Ordinances establishes the overarching purpose of the village's residential maintenance regulations. The provision sets out that Part 1 exists to create consistent, baseline standards for the condition, occupancy, and upkeep of residential properties. These standards are designed to protect the safety, health, and welfare of people who live in or use those properties.
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Under § 186-2 of Massena's Code of Ordinances ch. 186, the entire framework of Part 1 is oriented around uniform performance and maintenance standards for residential premises. Operators who understand this foundational purpose are better positioned to interpret specific requirements throughout Part 1 as expressions of the same safety, health, and welfare goals. Compliant property managers generally treat this purpose statement as the lens through which all subsequent maintenance and occupancy obligations in ch. 186 are read.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 186-2 of Massena's Code of Ordinances ch. 186 signals that the rules in Part 1 exist specifically to protect the safety, health, and welfare of residential occupants like tenants. This purpose provision can be relevant context when raising concerns about substandard conditions, as it underscores that the entire regulatory scheme is designed with occupant protection in mind. Tenants who believe conditions in their home fall short of the standards contemplated by ch. 186 may consider contacting the local code enforcement office or 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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