Peekskill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 332 § 332-5
Responsibilities of occupants
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Occupants of dwelling units shall be responsible for compliance with the Uniform Code in regard to the following: A. Limiting occupancy of that part of the premises which he occupies or controls to the maximum permitted by this chapter. B. Maintaining that part of the premises which he occupies or controls in a clean, sanitary and safe condition. C. Maintaining all plumbing, cooking and refrigerator 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 and other pests within his dwelling unit if his unit is the only one infested in the premises. G. Keeping his domestic animals and pets in an appropriate manner and under control. H. In the event that cooking and/or refrigerator equipment is provided by the occupant, maintaining same in proper operating condition.
Section 332-5 of Peekskill's Code of Ordinances places a set of maintenance and conduct responsibilities directly on the occupants of dwelling units, rather than on property owners. These responsibilities include keeping occupied spaces clean and safe, maintaining plumbing and appliances in sanitary condition, keeping exits clear, disposing of garbage properly, controlling pests when only their unit is affected, and managing pets appropriately. The rule also limits occupancy to the maximum number permitted under Chapter 332 and requires occupants who supply their own cooking or refrigeration equipment to keep it in working order.
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Under § 332-5, Peekskill's Uniform Code assigns a defined set of upkeep duties to tenants for the portions of the premises they occupy or control, which can be relevant when evaluating lease compliance and unit condition. Operators generally document unit conditions at move-in and move-out to establish a baseline, and they maintain records of any notices related to sanitation, pest activity, or exit obstructions that may implicate tenant-side obligations under this section. When pest infestations extend beyond a single unit, responsibility may shift, so property managers typically track the scope of any infestation carefully in light of § 332-5(F).
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 332-5 outlines the specific areas where Peekskill's Uniform Code holds occupants—rather than landlords—accountable for conditions in the space they occupy or control. Tenants should be aware that obligations such as pest extermination under § 332-5(F) apply only when the infestation is confined to their unit, meaning a building-wide problem may fall under different responsibilities. Tenants who believe a landlord is improperly attributing a code violation to them, or who have questions about how these occupant duties interact with their lease, may find it useful to consult a local tenant-rights organization or the City of Peekskill's code enforcement office for general information.
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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