Oswego, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-48
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The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation of this Part 2 : ACCESSORY STRUCTURE A structure, the use of which is incidental to that of the mobile home and which is attached thereto or located on the same mobile lot. Accessory structures include, but are not limited to, portable, demountable or permanent enclosures, shade structures and carports. APPROVED Approved by the City Engineer under the regulations of this chapter or approved by an authority designated by law or this chapter. COMMUNITY AREA An area or space within a mobile home court, including fences, walls and other minor constructions, which is designed for joint use of occupants or restricted to nonresidential use. COMMUNITY STRUCTURE A structure within a mobile home court providing laundry, toilet, recreation, parking or other common facilities, including management office and storage buildings. GENERALLY ACCEPTED STANDARD A specification, code, rule, guide or procedure in the field of construction of mobile homes or mobile home courts or related thereto, recognized and accepted as authoritative. HABITABLE SPACE Space used for living, sleeping, eating or cooking purposes, excluding kitchenettes, bathrooms, toilet rooms, storage spaces and enclosures for equipment installations. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT Mobile home electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating, air-conditioning systems and equipment used for living purposes, including cooking and refrigeration equipment. MOBILE HOME A movable living unit equipped with a chassis and provided with the following mechanical system and equipment: plumbing, heating, electrical, cooking and refrigeration (see "trailer"). MOBILE HOME COURT A parcel of land which has been planned and improved for the placement of two or more mobile homes. This definition includes the definition of a tourist camp, as it relates to trailers. MOBILE HOME LOT A designated site within a mobile home court for the exclusive use of the occupants of a single mobile home. MOBILE HOME STAND That part of an individual mobile home lot which has been reserved for the placement of the mobile home. PATIO A paved outdoor living space designed to supplement the mobile home living area. STORAGE LOCKER An enclosed space designed to provide auxiliary general storage space for an individual mobile home. TRAILER (TRAVEL OR VACATION) A movable living unit equipped with a chassis but lacking any of the following mechanical systems and equipment: plumbing, heating, electrical, cooking and refrigeration (see "mobile home").
Section 149-48 of Oswego, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 establishes a shared vocabulary for interpreting Part 2 of the city's mobile home regulations. It draws clear distinctions between terms such as 'mobile home' and 'trailer,' where the key difference lies in whether the unit is equipped with all required mechanical systems like plumbing, heating, and electrical. Other defined terms—such as 'mobile home court,' 'mobile home lot,' and 'accessory structure'—set the boundaries for how land, structures, and spaces within mobile home communities are categorized and regulated.
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Operators and owners of mobile home courts in Oswego should be familiar with the definitions set out in § 149-48, as these terms govern how the rest of Part 2 applies to their properties. For example, the distinction between a 'mobile home' and a 'trailer' affects which units may be placed on a mobile home lot, and the definitions of 'community area' and 'community structure' clarify which shared spaces fall under specific regulatory requirements. Compliant operators generally ensure that their facilities, structures, and lot designations align with these defined categories when seeking approval from the City Engineer or other designated authority.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of mobile home courts in Oswego benefit from understanding the definitions in § 149-48, as these terms shape the rights and protections that apply throughout Part 2 of the code. For instance, knowing what qualifies as a 'mobile home lot' or 'habitable space' can be relevant when evaluating whether a landlord's actions or the condition of a unit or community area meets regulatory standards. Tenants who believe a provision is being misapplied may consider contacting the City of Oswego's relevant municipal office or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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