Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-52
Insect and rodent harborage
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A. Prohibited conditions. Exterior property shall be kept free from sources of insect, vermin and rodent breeding, harborage and infestation. B. Elimination. Where insect, rodent or vermin breeding areas, harborage or infestation exist, such areas, harborage or infestation shall be eliminated.
Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-52 establishes that exterior property must be maintained free of conditions that allow insects, vermin, or rodents to breed, shelter, or infest. When such conditions are found to exist, they must be actively eliminated. The rule applies to the exterior grounds and areas of a property rather than interior spaces.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 190-52, compliant property operators routinely inspect exterior areas for conditions that could attract or sustain insects, vermin, or rodents — such as accumulated debris, standing water, or gaps in structures that provide harborage. When any such condition is identified, operators generally take prompt corrective action to eliminate the breeding area or infestation. Maintaining documentation of inspections and pest-control measures can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 190-52 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when exterior property conditions allow insects, vermin, or rodents to breed or shelter on the premises. Tenants who observe such conditions may consider reporting them to the appropriate Newburgh code enforcement authority, which has the power to require elimination of the problem. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help tenants understand what documentation to gather and what options are generally 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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