Montour Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 108-13
Property under construction
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A. For purposes of enforcement of this chapter, if work is being done on the property, either the prime or general contractor or the owner shall be held responsible. B. Materials may be stored in any area of the property upon which construction is being carried on, provided that the method of storage and the materials stored are in compliance with the requirements of this chapter. In no event shall such storage be permitted for a period exceeding one year. C. Drainage crossing the property being developed must be maintained during the period of development, and no materials may be stored, land disturbed or other work done to interfere with drainage or to divert or cause runoff of groundwater or stormwater in an unnatural fashion. D. The person responsible as herein shall take all necessary and reasonable steps to ensure that there will not be an unusual or unwarranted amount of dust and debris blown onto or across neighboring or nearby properties. E. Construction roads must be oiled or kept wet or properly treated to decrease the spread of dust and mud. F. A temporary cover such as rye grass or a mulch must be applied on land that has been stripped of its protective vegetation during the course of its construction to prevent the spread of dust and mud. G. All excavations in or near a public or private walkway or street must be properly guarded and protected at all times by lights, flags, barricades or other warnings sufficient in kind and amount to warn the public of the danger of falling into the excavation. H. Temporary electrical service must be through electric lines that are weather- and waterproof; such lines must not cross public walkways or highways on the ground, nor shall they be placed on the ground in areas subject to construction equipment traffic. I. Grounds and buildings must be kept free of debris such as broken glass, boards with fastenings protruding and other articles making travel around the job site dangerous and unsafe.
Section 108-13 of Montour Falls Code Chapter 108 establishes a set of safety and environmental standards that apply to properties actively under construction. It addresses responsibility for compliance (placing it on either the contractor or the owner), limits on material storage duration, protection of drainage patterns, dust and debris control, road treatment, temporary vegetation cover, excavation guarding, electrical line safety, and general site cleanliness. The provision is designed to protect neighboring properties, the public, and the environment from hazards generated by construction activity.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 108-13, property owners and their contractors share responsibility for maintaining a compliant construction site in Montour Falls. Compliant operators generally ensure that stored materials are removed or relocated within one year, that drainage is not disrupted, that dust and mud controls such as road oiling and temporary ground cover are in place, and that excavations near walkways are properly barricaded with lights or flags. Keeping the site free of dangerous debris and using weatherproof electrical lines that do not cross public walkways are also among the standards that operators under this section are expected to meet.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 108-13 of Montour Falls Code Chapter 108 sets enforceable standards for construction sites that can affect neighboring residents, including protections against dust, debris, and drainage disruption crossing onto nearby properties. Residents who observe conditions that appear to violate these standards—such as unguarded excavations near sidewalks, excessive dust blowing onto neighboring land, or materials stored beyond one year—may have grounds to raise a concern with the local code enforcement authority in Montour Falls. Tenant-rights organizations or a local housing attorney can help clarify what remedies or complaint processes may be available under this provision.
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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