Montour Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 115 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 115-2
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As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: AGENT As defined in § 114-2 of the Village Code. CODE New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, and all portions thereof, including but not limited to the New York State Property Maintenance Code, as the same may be amended from time to time. CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER The Village of Montour Falls Code Enforcement Officer, as designated by the Village's Board of Trustees. DWELLING UNIT As defined in § 114-2 of the Village Code. FIRE CHIEF The Chief of the Village of Montour Falls Fire Department or his designee. NFPA National Fire Protection Association. OWNER As defined in § 114-2 of the Village Code. PERSON As defined in § 114-2 of the Village Code. VILLAGE The Village of Montour Falls, New York. VILLAGE CODE The Code of the Village of Montour Falls, New York, as the same may be amended from time to time.
Section 115-2 of the Montour Falls Code of Ordinances establishes the specific meanings of key terms used throughout Chapter 115, the village's rental and property regulation chapter. Terms such as "Owner," "Dwelling Unit," "Agent," and "Person" are defined by cross-reference to § 114-2 of the Village Code, while other terms like "Code Enforcement Officer," "Fire Chief," and "NFPA" are defined directly within this section. This definitional framework ensures that all parties reading Chapter 115 apply a consistent understanding of its language.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Montour Falls should be aware that § 115-2 anchors the meaning of critical terms—such as "Owner" and "Dwelling Unit"—to the definitions found in § 114-2 of the Village Code. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with both sections together, since obligations and responsibilities throughout Chapter 115 are interpreted through these defined terms. Understanding who qualifies as an "Agent" or "Owner" under this framework helps clarify which individuals bear responsibility for compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 115-2 of the Montour Falls Code sets out the foundational definitions that shape how tenant protections and property standards in Chapter 115 are applied. Because terms like "Dwelling Unit" and "Owner" carry specific legal meanings under § 114-2 of the Village Code, tenants may find it useful to review both sections when evaluating how the chapter's rules apply to their housing situation. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York State housing law can help explain how these definitions interact with broader protections.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 10, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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