Poughkeepsie Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 52 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 52-2
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The terms used in this chapter shall have the meanings given in Chapter 210 of the Town Code.
Section 52-2 of Poughkeepsie Town's Code of Ordinances establishes that all terms appearing in Chapter 52 carry the definitions already set out in Chapter 210 of the Town Code. This cross-reference provision ensures consistent meaning across the Town's regulatory framework, so a word defined in Chapter 210 means the same thing whenever it appears in Chapter 52. It does not create new rights or obligations on its own, but it shapes how every other provision in Chapter 52 is interpreted.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Chapter 52 should be aware that the operative definitions governing their obligations are found in Chapter 210 of the Poughkeepsie Town Code, as directed by § 52-2. A compliant operator generally familiarizes themselves with those Chapter 210 definitions before interpreting any requirement or standard in Chapter 52. Misreading a term without consulting Chapter 210 could lead to misunderstanding the scope of a given obligation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 52-2, the definitions that give meaning to tenant protections and landlord obligations throughout Chapter 52 are drawn from Chapter 210 of the Poughkeepsie Town Code. Tenants who want to understand their rights under Chapter 52 — such as what qualifies as a covered dwelling or a regulated party — can look to Chapter 210 for those foundational definitions. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Poughkeepsie Town's code can help explain how those definitions apply in a given context.
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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