Owego Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 142 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 142-6
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The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation of this article: 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 home lot. Accessory structures include, but are not limited to, portable, demountable or permanent enclosures, shade structures and carports. APPROVED Approved by the administrative officer under the regulations of this article or approved by an authority designated by law or this article. GENERALLY ACCEPTED STANDARD A specification, code, rule, guide or procedure in the field of construction of mobile homes 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 systems and equipment: plumbing, heating, electrical, cooking and refrigeration. See "trailer." MOBILE HOME LOT A designated site 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 142-6 of Owego Village's Code of Ordinances (Chapter 142) establishes the official definitions that govern how terms are interpreted throughout the mobile home article. Key terms such as 'mobile home,' 'mobile home lot,' 'habitable space,' and 'accessory structure' are given specific meanings that may differ from everyday usage. For example, the provision draws a clear distinction between a 'mobile home'—which must have plumbing, heating, electrical, cooking, and refrigeration systems—and a 'trailer,' which lacks one or more of those systems.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and owners of mobile home parks in Owego Village should familiarize themselves with the definitions set out in § 142-6, as these terms govern how the rest of Chapter 142 is applied and enforced. Compliant operators generally use these definitions consistently when designating mobile home lots, approving accessory structures, and classifying units as mobile homes versus trailers. Understanding distinctions such as 'mobile home stand,' 'patio,' and 'storage locker' helps ensure that site layouts and improvements align with what the administrative officer considers approvable under this article.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of mobile home parks in Owego Village benefit from understanding the definitions in § 142-6, because these terms shape what rights and protections apply to their living situation under Chapter 142. For instance, whether a unit qualifies as a 'mobile home' or a 'trailer' under this section can affect how the article's rules apply to a given occupancy. Tenants who believe a term is being misapplied to their situation may wish to review the definitions directly, consult a tenant-rights organization, or raise the issue with the relevant local administrative officer.
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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