Riverhead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 249 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 249-8
Site location
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The location of all mobile home and travel trailer parks shall comply with the following minimum requirements: A. Such site shall not be subject to flooding from adjacent bodies of water or waterways. B. Such site shall not be subject to any source of pollution, such as drainage from barnyards and garbage disposal areas. C. Such site shall not be subject to any adverse influence from adjoining streets and areas.
Riverhead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 249 § 249-8 establishes baseline site-selection standards for mobile home and travel trailer parks. Under this provision, qualifying sites must be free from flood risk originating from nearby bodies of water or waterways, free from pollution sources such as barnyard runoff or garbage drainage, and free from adverse influences arising from neighboring streets or land uses. The rule applies at the location level, meaning the physical characteristics of the land itself must meet all three conditions before a park may be established there.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and developers of mobile home or travel trailer parks in Riverhead should be aware that § 249-8 sets mandatory minimum site conditions that a compliant property satisfies before any park is established. A compliant operator generally documents that the proposed site sits outside flood-prone areas near water bodies, confirms the absence of nearby pollution sources such as agricultural drainage or waste disposal operations, and evaluates whether adjacent roadways or land uses create adverse influences on the site. Maintaining records of site assessments and any environmental or engineering evaluations can help demonstrate ongoing conformance with these location requirements.
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 have an interest in knowing that § 249-8 requires park sites to meet minimum safety and environmental standards, including protection from flooding, pollution, and adverse neighboring influences. If a tenant believes a park's location does not meet these baseline conditions—such as recurring flood events or exposure to nearby pollution sources—that concern may be relevant to code-enforcement proceedings or other regulatory processes in Riverhead. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing agencies can help residents understand what documentation or complaint pathways may be available under 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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