Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-62
Junk; attractive nuisances
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A. Junk, including but not limited to discarded furniture, appliances and equipment, shall be disposed of in accordance with the regulations of Village of Pelham. B. Any attractive nuisance that may prove detrimental to children, whether in the building, on the premises or upon a vacant lot, shall be eliminated. Such nuisances include but are not limited to abandoned refrigerators, motor vehicles and wells.
Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 § 54-62 establishes two related property-maintenance requirements. First, junk—such as discarded furniture, appliances, and equipment—must be disposed of following Village of Pelham regulations rather than simply left on a property. Second, any condition that could pose a danger to children, known as an 'attractive nuisance,' must be eliminated; the provision specifically calls out abandoned refrigerators, motor vehicles, and wells as examples of such hazards.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of residential properties in Pelham are generally expected to arrange proper disposal of discarded furniture, appliances, and equipment in line with Village of Pelham disposal rules, as required by § 54-62. Compliant property managers also routinely inspect their buildings, premises, and any vacant lots they control for conditions that could attract and endanger children—such as abandoned refrigerators, vehicles, or open wells—and take steps to eliminate those hazards. Keeping records of disposal and remediation activities can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 § 54-62, tenants have an interest in knowing that their landlord is responsible for removing junk and eliminating dangerous conditions—like abandoned appliances or vehicles—that could harm children on the property. If such conditions exist and are not addressed, tenants may consider documenting the hazard with photographs and dates, then reporting the concern to the appropriate Village of Pelham code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help residents understand what options are generally available when a property appears to be out of compliance with this provision.
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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