Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-80
Privies
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A. Approval required. No privy shall be constructed or continued in operation without the written approval of responsible local authorities. B. Discontinuance of use. The use of privies shall be discontinued except where expressly permitted by the applicable regulations of the City.
Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-80 governs the use of outdoor privies (outhouses) within the city. Under this provision, no privy may be built or kept in operation unless the responsible local authorities have granted written approval. The rule also requires that privy use be discontinued city-wide unless it is expressly permitted under applicable City regulations.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 190 § 190-80, property owners and managers in Newburgh are generally expected to ensure that no privy exists on their property without documented written approval from the responsible local authorities. Compliant operators typically verify that any existing privy has been formally permitted or, absent such permission, take steps to discontinue its use in accordance with City regulations. Maintaining records of any written approvals granted by local authorities is a standard practice for demonstrating 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 190-80 of the Newburgh Code of Ordinances means that tenants have a right to expect that any privy on a rental property is either expressly permitted under City regulations or has received written approval from local authorities. If a tenant believes an unpermitted or unapproved privy is present on the property, general enforcement paths include reporting the condition to the responsible local authorities in Newburgh or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with local housing codes. Tenants may also be able to raise a violation of § 190-80 as a relevant factor in housing-related proceedings.
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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