Montour Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 108-6
Open areas and parking spaces; unregistered vehicles
Operative Text
A. Surface or subsurface water shall be appropriately drained to protect buildings and structures and to prevent the development of stagnant ponds. Gutters, culverts, catch basins, drain inlets, stormwater sewers or other satisfactory drainage systems shall be utilized where necessary. No roof, surface or sanitary drainage shall create a structural, safety or health hazard by reason of construction, maintenance or manner of discharge. B. Fences and other minor construction shall be maintained in a safe and substantial condition. C. Steps, walks, driveways, parking spaces and similar paved areas shall be maintained so as to afford safe passage under normal use and weather conditions. Any holes or other hazards that may exist shall be filled and necessary repairs or replacement carried out. D. Yards and vacant lots shall be kept clean and free of physical hazards and rodent harborage and infestation. They shall be maintained in a manner that will prevent dust or other particles from being blown about the neighborhood. Open wells, cesspools or cisterns shall be securely closed or barricaded from access by the public. All temporary excavations shall be kept covered or barricaded so as to protect the general public from injury. E. All land must be kept free of dead or dying trees and accumulations of brush, shrubs, weeds, grass, stumps, roots, excessive and/or noxious growths, garbage, refuse or debris which would either tend to start a fire or increase the intensity of a fire already started or cause poisoning or irritation to people or animals or cause or tend to cause or enhance an unhealthy or dangerous or obnoxious condition on said property or on any adjacent or neighboring property.
Section 108-6 of the Montour Falls Code of Ordinances establishes standards for the upkeep of outdoor areas, including drainage systems, fences, paved surfaces, yards, and vegetation. The rule requires that water be properly channeled away from structures, that walkways and parking areas remain safe for normal use, and that yards be kept clear of hazards, pests, and overgrowth. Open excavations, wells, and cesspools must be covered or barricaded, and dead trees, brush, weeds, and debris that could pose fire, health, or safety risks must be removed.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Montour Falls Code ch. 108 § 108-6 generally maintain functional drainage infrastructure—such as gutters, culverts, and catch basins—to prevent water accumulation near buildings. Compliant operators routinely inspect and repair paved surfaces like driveways and parking areas, fill holes, and keep fences in structurally sound condition. Yards are kept free of dead vegetation, brush, refuse, and rodent harborage, and any open excavations, wells, or cesspools are securely covered or barricaded to protect public safety.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Montour Falls Code ch. 108 § 108-6, tenants have an interest in outdoor areas that are safely drained, free of physical hazards, and clear of overgrowth or debris that could pose fire or health risks. If conditions such as standing water, broken pavement, unbarricaded excavations, or unchecked vegetation are present on a rental property, tenants may document those conditions and report them to the appropriate local code enforcement authority in Montour Falls. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available when outdoor maintenance standards are not being met.
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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