Sloatsburg, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 287 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 287-3
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For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings: ACTION OR PROCEEDING Any action or proceeding which may be instituted in the Village Court of the Village of Sloatsburg in connection with the alleged violation of any ordinance or local law of the Village of Sloatsburg or of the laws of the State of New York. OWNER Any individual or individuals, partnership, association or corporation who or which is the fee owner of leased property or unimproved vacant property. PERSON Any individual, corporation, partnership, association or other organized group of persons, municipality, or other legal entity. PROCESS A summons or any notice, mandate or other paper or process issued under any provision of the Code of the Village of Sloatsburg or the laws of the State of New York. PROPERTY Real property located within the Village of Sloatsburg. PROPOSED OWNER Any person as defined herein who enters into a contract to purchase property and who requests a copy of a certificate of occupancy and/or copies of any open violations for the property from the Building Department of the Village of Sloatsburg, whether by a freedom of information request or for a fee.
Chapter 287 of the Sloatsburg, N.Y., Code of Ordinances (§ 287-3) establishes the specific meanings of key terms used throughout the chapter, including 'Owner,' 'Person,' 'Property,' 'Process,' 'Action or Proceeding,' and 'Proposed Owner.' These definitions set the boundaries for who and what is covered by the chapter's rules, ensuring consistent interpretation when the chapter's provisions are applied. For example, a 'Proposed Owner' is specifically defined to include a contract purchaser who requests occupancy or violation records from the Village Building Department.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Sloatsburg Code § 287-3, property owners and managers should be aware that the term 'Owner' is defined as the fee owner of leased or vacant property, meaning obligations under Chapter 287 attach to the titleholder. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with these definitions to understand when they fall within the chapter's scope, particularly regarding actions or proceedings that may be initiated in Village Court. Knowing how 'Process' is defined — encompassing summonses, notices, and other official papers — helps operators recognize when formal Village enforcement communications have been issued.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 287-3 of the Sloatsburg Code provides the definitional framework that governs how terms like 'Owner' and 'Property' are interpreted throughout Chapter 287, which can affect how tenant-related proceedings are characterized. Tenants who are involved in any action or proceeding in the Village Court of Sloatsburg should be aware that this definitions section shapes the legal context of those proceedings. Those seeking to understand their rights under Chapter 287 may find it useful to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid resource familiar with Village of Sloatsburg 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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