Richmond, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 137 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 137-2
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It is the purpose of this chapter to promote the health, safety, comfort, convenience and the general welfare of the community and to protect and preserve the property of the Town of Richmond and its inhabitants by regulating mobile home parks in the Town of Richmond, New York.
Section 137-2 of Richmond, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 137 establishes the overarching purpose of the town's mobile home park regulations. The provision frames the entire chapter as a community welfare measure, aimed at protecting public health, safety, comfort, and convenience. It signals that all subsequent rules in Chapter 137 are grounded in the Town of Richmond's interest in safeguarding both its residents and its property.
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Operators of mobile home parks in the Town of Richmond should understand that Chapter 137, as stated in Section 137-2, was enacted with broad public-welfare goals in mind. Compliant operators generally align their park management practices with health, safety, and community standards, recognizing that the chapter's provisions flow from these foundational purposes. Familiarity with this purpose clause can help operators interpret the intent behind more specific requirements elsewhere in Chapter 137.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 137-2 makes clear that Chapter 137 exists to protect the health, safety, comfort, and general welfare of people living in mobile home parks within the Town of Richmond. Residents of these parks are among the intended beneficiaries of the chapter's protections. Tenants who believe conditions in their park fall short of these standards may consider contacting the Town of Richmond directly, consulting a local tenant-rights organization, or reviewing the specific requirements set out in the rest of Chapter 137.
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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