Rotterdam, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 265 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 265-9
Littering; appliances; receptacles
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A. All properties, whether improved or vacant, shall be maintained free of litter; provided, however, that this chapter shall not prohibit the storage of litter in authorized private receptacles for collection. B. Adequate sanitary facilities and methods shall be used for the collection, storage, handling and disposal of garbage and refuse in accordance with the provisions of applicable codes. C. No appliance may be discarded, abandoned or stored outdoors in any manner without first completely removing any locking devices and all doors. D. Dumpsters and similar large receptacles shall be screened from public streets, rights-of-way, and areas where pedestrians frequently travel. Said screening shall consist of a solid row of evergreens, or solid fencing to hide the dumpster/receptacle from public view. E. Shopping centers, supermarkets and similar business units shall provide permanent and sanitary litter receptacles within the interior of the premises for public use in sufficient quantity to prevent a person from walking in excess of 100 feet to use any such receptacle. Receptacles shall be of sufficient size to accommodate small items of patron's trash (i.e., shopping lists, tissues, gum wrappers, etc.).
Rotterdam, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 265 § 265-9 establishes a set of property maintenance standards related to litter, garbage, appliances, and waste receptacles. All properties—occupied or vacant—must be kept free of litter, garbage must be handled and disposed of through sanitary methods, and outdoor appliances must have all doors and locking devices removed before being discarded or stored outside. Large waste receptacles like dumpsters must be screened from public view, and retail businesses such as shopping centers must provide enough interior litter bins that no patron has to walk more than 100 feet to reach one.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Rotterdam, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 265 § 265-9 generally keep all parcels—whether built on or vacant—clear of accumulated litter and use approved containers and methods for garbage storage and disposal. Operators who have old appliances on-site ensure all doors and locking mechanisms are fully removed before any outdoor storage or disposal occurs. Those managing commercial properties such as shopping centers or supermarkets typically audit interior trash receptacle placement to confirm the 100-foot spacing requirement is met, and owners of properties with dumpsters arrange solid fencing or a continuous row of evergreens to screen those receptacles from streets and pedestrian areas.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in Rotterdam, N.Y., may find that ch. 265 § 265-9 is relevant when a property they occupy is not being maintained free of litter or when garbage is not being collected and stored through proper sanitary means. If a landlord is leaving old appliances outdoors with doors or locking devices still attached—a safety hazard particularly for children—this provision provides a basis for raising a concern with the local code enforcement office. Tenants who believe a property is out of compliance with § 265-9 can document conditions, contact Rotterdam's code enforcement authority, or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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