Owego Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 142 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 142-21
Responsibilities of occupants
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Occupants of dwelling units shall be responsible for compliance with the mobile home standards in regard to the following: A. Limiting occupancy of that part of the premises which he occupies or controls to the maximum permitted by the mobile home standards. B. Maintenance of that part of the premises which he occupies or controls in a clean, sanitary and safe condition. C. Maintenance of all plumbing, cooking and refrigeration fixtures and appliances, as well as other building equipment and storage facilities in that part of the premises which he occupies or controls, in a clean and sanitary condition and providing reasonable care in the operation and use thereof. D. Keeping exits from his dwelling unit clear and unencumbered. E. Disposal of garbage and refuse into provided facilities in a clean and sanitary manner. F. Extermination of insects, rodents or other pests within his dwelling unit if his unit is the only one infested in the premises. G. Hanging and removing required screens. H. Keeping his domestic animals and pets in an appropriate manner and under control.
Section 142-21 of Owego Village's Code of Ordinances places a set of maintenance and conduct responsibilities directly on the occupants of mobile home dwelling units, rather than on the property owner. These responsibilities cover a broad range of day-to-day conditions, including keeping the unit clean and safe, maintaining plumbing and appliances, keeping exits clear, disposing of garbage properly, controlling pests when only their unit is affected, managing screens, and keeping pets under control. The rule draws a clear line: occupants are accountable for the areas and equipment within their own control.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 142-21, Owego Village's mobile home standards shift certain compliance obligations to occupants themselves, which affects how a property owner or manager documents and enforces lease terms. Compliant operators typically ensure that lease agreements reflect the occupant responsibilities enumerated in this section, so that expectations around cleanliness, pest control, exit clearance, and pet management are clearly established from the outset. Operators also generally maintain records of any notices or inspections related to these occupant-side obligations, since the code distinguishes between areas the occupant controls and those that remain the owner's responsibility.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 142-21 defines the specific maintenance and conduct obligations that fall on you as an occupant of a mobile home dwelling unit in Owego Village, covering everything from sanitation and appliance care to pest extermination in solely infested units and pet control. Understanding these responsibilities is important because a landlord or code enforcement authority may cite this provision when alleging a violation related to conditions within your unit. If you believe a violation notice has been issued in error—for example, if a pest infestation extends beyond your unit—tenant-rights organizations or a housing attorney can help you understand how the scope of § 142-21 applies to your circumstances.
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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