New Paltz Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 110 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 110-4
Registration of property
Operative Text
A. Every owner of a residential rental property, as defined by this chapter, that exists on the date of adoption of this chapter, shall file a landlord registration statement ("statement") with the Building Department and obtain a residential rental registration permit within 60 days of the effective date of this chapter which shall be valid for a period of one year from the date of issuance. B. Every owner of a residential rental property, as defined by this chapter, that is offered for rent or lease, is rented or leased, or is to be occupied by someone other than the owner after the date of adoption of this chapter, shall file a landlord registration statement with the Building Department and obtain a residential rental registration permit prior to offering such premises to a tenant or allowing occupancy of the property by someone other than the owner. Such permit shall be valid for a period of one year from the date of issuance. C. Every owner, mortgagee or mortgage loan servicer associated with a vacant residential building (VRB), as defined by this chapter, shall file a registration statement ("statement") with the Building Department within 60 days of the effective date of this chapter which shall be valid for a period of one year from the date of issuance. D. The statement, in the form required by the Building Department, shall be filed together with such fee as is required by resolution of the Town Board. (1) The statement shall be reviewed by the Building Department within 14 business days of its submission to determine if it meets the requirements of this chapter. (2) Should the Building Department determine that the statement is incomplete, inaccurate, defective, or untrue in any material respect, the statement shall be rejected and returned to the owner or to the owner's agent, if filed by the agent, with notice that the statement is not in compliance with this chapter. The owner shall make corrections to the submission within 30 days of the date of notice of noncompliance. Should such corrections not be made within the allotted time, the registration shall be denied, and a new submission will be required. (3) A property maintenance inspection will be scheduled within five business days of approval of the statement to ensure that the premises is in compliance with the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the Town Code.New Paltz Town Code ch. 110 § 110-4 establishes a mandatory registration system for residential rental properties and vacant residential buildings within the town. Owners must file a landlord registration statement with the Building Department and obtain a permit before renting or allowing occupancy, or within 60 days of the chapter's effective date for properties already in existence. Each permit lasts one year, and the Building Department reviews submissions within 14 business days, may reject incomplete or inaccurate statements, and schedules a property maintenance inspection within five business days of approval to verify compliance with applicable building and fire codes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Paltz Town Code ch. 110 § 110-4, compliant property owners file a complete and accurate landlord registration statement with the Building Department — along with the required fee — before offering a unit for rent or allowing any non-owner occupancy. Owners of properties that existed at the chapter's adoption date had 60 days from the effective date to register, and all permits must be renewed annually. Because the Building Department can reject and return deficient statements, operators generally ensure submissions are thorough and accurate to avoid the 30-day correction window and potential denial that would require a full new submission.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
New Paltz Town Code ch. 110 § 110-4 requires that a landlord hold a valid residential rental registration permit before offering or renting a unit, which means tenants can inquire with the Town's Building Department to confirm whether a property is properly registered. A property maintenance inspection is also required as part of the registration process to verify compliance with the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the Town Code, providing a baseline habitability check. Tenants who believe a landlord may be operating without a required permit under § 110-4 can contact the Building Department directly or consult a tenant-rights organization to understand what options may be available.
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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