Riverhead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 249 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 249-4
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The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation of this chapter: ACCESSORY STORAGE STRUCTURE An enclosed space designated and designed to provide auxiliary general storage space for an individual mobile home or travel trailer. CARPORT A structure which is without sides and whose roof is supported by pillars, attached to or away from a mobile home, and whose primary purpose is to house automobiles and which shall be considered open area. COMMUNITY RECREATIONAL AREA An area or space within a park, including fences, walls and other minor constructions, which is designed for joint use by occupants. COMMUNITY STRUCTURE A structure within a mobile home or travel trailer park providing any or all of the following: laundry, toilets, recreation, parking or other common facilities, management office or storage. MOBILE HOME A detached single-family dwelling unit with all of the following characteristics: A. Designed for long-term occupancy and containing sleeping accommodations, a flush toilet, a tub or shower, bath and kitchen facilities, with plumbing and electrical connections provided for attachment to outside systems. B. Designed to be transported after fabrication on its own wheels or on flatbed or other trailers or detachable wheels. C. Arriving at the site where it is to be occupied as a dwelling complete, including major appliances and furniture, and ready for occupancy, except for minor and incidental unpacking and assembly operations, location on foundation supports, connections to utilities and the like. MOBILE HOME OR TRAVEL TRAILER LOT A designated site within a mobile home or travel trailer park for the exclusive use of a single mobile home or travel trailer. MOBILE HOME OR TRAVEL TRAILER PARK A parcel of land which has been planned and improved for the placement of two or more mobile homes or travel trailers. PATIO AWNING An attached structure to mobile homes for the purpose of providing sheltered outdoor living, which structure in addition to the wall of the mobile home is enclosed by one additional wall and shall be considered open area unless further enclosed as to provide another room. TRAVEL TRAILER A vehicular portable structure designed as a temporary dwelling for travel, recreational and vacation uses, which is: A. Identified on the unit by the manufacturer as a travel trailer. B. Not more than eight feet in body width. C. Of any weight, provided its body length does not exceed 35 feet. D. Of any length, provided its gross weight, factory-equipped for the road, does not exceed 5,000 pounds.
Section 249-4 of Riverhead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 249 establishes the official definitions that govern how terms are interpreted throughout the mobile home and travel trailer park regulations. Key terms such as "mobile home," "travel trailer," "mobile home or travel trailer park," and related structures like carports, patios, and community areas are each given specific meanings. These definitions set the boundaries for what qualifies as each type of structure or space, which in turn determines how other rules in the chapter apply to any given property or unit.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of mobile home or travel trailer parks in Riverhead should be familiar with the precise definitions established in § 249-4, as these terms govern how the rest of Chapter 249 is applied to their properties. For example, the distinction between a "mobile home" and a "travel trailer" carries specific physical and design criteria that affect which regulations apply to each unit type. Compliant park operators generally ensure that structures such as carports, patio awnings, and community recreational areas are built and designated in accordance with these definitions to avoid classification disputes under the chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of mobile home or travel trailer parks in Riverhead benefit from understanding the definitions in § 249-4, since these terms determine which protections and requirements under Chapter 249 apply to their specific dwelling or lot. For instance, whether a unit qualifies as a "mobile home" or a "travel trailer" under this section can affect the rules governing its use and the park's obligations. Tenants who believe their unit or lot is being misclassified may find it useful to review these definitions carefully and consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with local housing ordinances.
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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