Sodus, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 83 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 83-38
Variances
Operative Text
A. Where there are practical difficulties, unusual circumstances or design innovations involved, the Planning Board may recommend and the Town Board may grant variances from any of the provisions and regulations of this chapter, except those related to Health Department or Department of Environmental Conservation requirements. B. Requests for a variance shall be in writing from the person applying for the manufactured home park permit required in accordance with Article IV of this chapter. C. In considering a request for variance, the reviewing Boards shall be guided by the circumstances of the situation and the intent of the applicant and shall act as to protect the best interests of the community.
Section 83-38 of Sodus, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 83 establishes a process by which the Planning Board and Town Board may grant variances from the standard requirements governing manufactured home parks when practical difficulties, unusual circumstances, or design innovations are present. Variances cannot be granted from requirements tied to the Health Department or Department of Environmental Conservation. The reviewing boards are directed to weigh the specific circumstances and the applicant's intent against the broader interests of the community.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 83-38, operators or applicants seeking a manufactured home park permit who face genuine practical difficulties or unique site conditions may submit a written variance request to the Planning Board and Town Board. A compliant applicant clearly documents the nature of the difficulty or innovation and explains how the proposed variance aligns with community interests. Requests that touch on Health Department or DEC requirements fall outside the scope of what these boards can waive, so those standards must be addressed through the appropriate regulatory channels.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 83-38 shapes the regulatory environment of manufactured home parks in Sodus by allowing the governing boards to approve departures from standard park regulations under defined conditions. Residents of a manufactured home park may want to be aware of any variances that have been granted for their park, as those approvals can affect the physical layout or operational standards of the community. Tenant-rights organizations or local government offices can help residents understand how a granted or pending variance under ch. 83 § 83-38 may relate to their living conditions.
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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