North Collins, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 103-11
Prohibited uses
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A. It shall be prohibited to use for sleeping purposes any kitchen, noninhabitable space or public space. B. It shall be prohibited, in lodging houses, to use for dining purposes any communal kitchen containing less than 100 square feet of floor area or any noninhabitable space or public space other than dining space. C. It shall be prohibited to use any cellar space as habitable space.
North Collins, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 § 103-11 establishes specific prohibitions on how certain spaces within residential buildings may be used. Kitchens, noninhabitable spaces, and public spaces may not be used for sleeping, and cellar spaces may not be used as habitable space under any circumstances. In lodging houses, communal kitchens smaller than 100 square feet and noninhabitable or public spaces that are not designated dining areas may not be used for dining purposes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of residential properties and lodging houses in North Collins must ensure that their units and common areas comply with the use restrictions set out in ch. 103 § 103-11. A compliant operator keeps sleeping arrangements confined to rooms that qualify as habitable space, ensures no cellar is occupied as a living area, and — in lodging houses — confirms that any communal kitchen used for dining meets the 100-square-foot minimum floor area requirement. Routine inspections of how tenants are actually using spaces can help operators identify and correct potential violations before they are flagged by local authorities.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under North Collins, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 § 103-11, tenants have an interest in knowing that landlords are prohibited from renting or designating kitchens, cellars, or other noninhabitable spaces as sleeping or living quarters. If a tenant believes their unit includes a sleeping or living area that violates these use restrictions — such as a cellar bedroom — that concern can generally be raised with the local code enforcement office or used as a basis for a housing complaint. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York housing law can help explain how these prohibitions may relate to habitability standards and what general options exist for addressing noncompliant conditions.
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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