Massena, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 186 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 186-74
Nonapplicability
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This Part 3 shall not apply to premises which are not within the scope of applicable housing standards.
Section 186-74 of Massena's Code of Ordinances establishes a boundary on the reach of Part 3 by excluding premises that fall outside the scope of applicable housing standards. In other words, the rules contained in Part 3 do not govern every property in every circumstance — only those that the relevant housing standards are designed to cover. Properties that sit outside that defined scope are simply not subject to Part 3's requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 186-74, operators of properties that fall outside the scope of applicable housing standards are not bound by Part 3's requirements. Compliant operators generally assess whether their premises meet the threshold criteria that bring a property within those housing standards before assuming Part 3 applies. Keeping documentation that clarifies a property's status relative to applicable housing standards is a practice commonly associated with orderly property management in Massena.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 186-74 means that the protections and requirements of Part 3 extend only to premises that fall within the scope of applicable housing standards, so tenants should be aware of whether their housing meets that threshold. If a tenant believes their premises should be covered by Part 3 but a landlord claims the nonapplicability exemption, that disagreement may be raised as an issue with local housing authorities in Massena or explored with a tenant-rights organization. Understanding which properties qualify under the applicable housing standards is a key first step in determining whether Part 3's provisions are relevant to a given rental situation.
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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