Ossining, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 205 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 205-1
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A. The purpose of this chapter is to establish a rental registry for all one- and two-family private dwellings as defined herein that are rented or leased within the Village of Ossining. B. This chapter will enable the Village to identify persons responsible for the care and management of such rental properties which will ensure the enforcement of local, state, and federal regulations. C. The Village finds that within its boundaries there are numerous one- and two-family private dwellings which are rented or leased that are not subject to inspection pursuant to the New York State Fire Prevention and Building Code ("Uniform Code"). A rental registry will provide the Village an opportunity to identify and correct life and safety issues in these private dwellings.Ossining, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 205 § 205-1 establishes the legal foundation and stated purpose for the Village of Ossining's rental registry program, which applies to one- and two-family private dwellings that are rented or leased within the village. The registry is designed to help the Village identify who is responsible for managing these properties so that local, state, and federal regulations can be enforced. Because many of these smaller rental dwellings fall outside routine inspection requirements under the New York State Uniform Code, the registry also gives the Village a mechanism to identify and address life and safety concerns in those homes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 205 § 205-1, the Village of Ossining has created a rental registry specifically targeting one- and two-family private dwellings offered for rent or lease. Operators of such properties generally ensure they are registered with the Village so that the municipality can identify the responsible party for care and management of the dwelling. Maintaining accurate registry information is a foundational step toward demonstrating compliance with the local, state, and federal regulations that the Village is empowered to enforce through this chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 205-1 of Ossining's Code of Ordinances signals that the Village has a direct interest in knowing who manages one- and two-family rental dwellings and in addressing life and safety conditions in those homes. Tenants in such dwellings may find it useful to know that the registry exists as a tool the Village can use to identify responsible parties when code or safety concerns arise. If a tenant believes conditions in their rental unit raise health or safety issues, general enforcement paths can include contacting the Village directly, reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization, or consulting with an attorney familiar with New York housing law.
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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