Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-18
Registration of ownership of multiple dwellings
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Every owner of a multiple dwelling shall file with the Department the following current information: A. The name, address and telephone number of the owner. B. The corporate name and names, titles, addresses and telephone numbers of the officers of the corporation if the building is owned by a corporation. C. The name, address and telephone number of a local responsible person over twenty-one (21) years old, residing or doing business in the municipality, who shall be responsible for the care and management of such dwelling and who is authorized to accept legal process on behalf of the owner when the owner lives or is out of the municipality limits. D. The name, address and telephone number of a new owner within forty-eight (48) hours after having sold or otherwise disposed of ownership in said dwelling. E. Any other changes applicable to owner registration.
Under Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 § 54-18, every owner of a multiple dwelling must register specific ownership and contact information with the local Department. This includes the owner's identity and contact details, corporate officer information if applicable, and the designation of a local responsible person over 21 who can accept legal process when the owner is outside the municipality. When ownership changes hands, the new owner's information must be filed within 48 hours of the transfer, and any other relevant changes to registration must also be kept current.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of multiple dwellings in Pelham are generally expected to maintain an active, up-to-date registration on file with the Department as required by ch. 54 § 54-18. Compliant operators typically designate a local responsible person over 21 who resides or does business within the municipality and is authorized to accept legal process on the owner's behalf. When a property is sold or otherwise transferred, operators generally ensure the new owner's name, address, and telephone number are filed with the Department within the 48-hour window specified by the provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 54-18 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances ch. 54 establishes a public registration requirement that can be a useful resource for tenants seeking to identify who owns and manages their building. If an owner has failed to designate a local responsible person or keep registration current, that non-compliance may be relevant in housing-related proceedings or complaints filed with the appropriate local authority. Tenants who have difficulty identifying their building's owner or responsible party may find it helpful to consult the Department's registration records or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for 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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