Troy, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 176 § 176-4
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No portion of a building or premise used or intended to be used for residential purposes, including hotels and motels, rest homes, convalescent homes and nursing homes, shall have been constructed, altered or repaired except as hereinafter provided. A. Application of building code. Any alterations of buildings or changes of use therein, which may be caused directly or indirectly by the enforcement of this chapter, shall be done in accordance with applicable sections of the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and any other codes or ordinances adopted by the City of Troy. B. Application of zoning ordinance. Nothing in this chapter shall permit the establishment or conversion of a multifamily dwelling in any zone except where permitted by Chapter 285 , Zoning, of this Code, nor the continuation of such nonconforming use in any zone, except as provided therein. C. Conflict with other ordinances. Except as provided in Subsection D below, in any case where a provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with a provision of any zoning, building, fire, safety, or health ordinance or code of the City of Troy existing on the effective date of this chapter, the provision which established the higher standard for the promotion and protection of the safety and health of the people of the City of Troy shall prevail. In any case, where a provision of any other ordinance or code of the City of Troy existing on the effective date of this chapter establishes a lower standard for the promotion and protection of the safety and health of the people of the City of Troy, the provisions of this chapter shall prevail, and such other ordinances or codes are hereby declared to be repealed to the extent that they may be found in conflict with this chapter. D. Existing buildings. This chapter establishes minimum requirements for the initial and continued occupancy of all buildings used for human habitation and does not replace or modify requirements otherwise established for the construction, repair, alteration, or use of buildings, equipment or facilities, except as provided in this section. E. Existing remedies. Nothing in this chapter shall be deemed to abolish or impair existing remedies of the City of Troy or its officers or agencies relating to the removal or demolition of any building which is deemed to be dangerous, unsafe or unsanitary.
Troy, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 176 § 176-4 establishes the scope and applicability of the city's residential property maintenance standards. It sets minimum requirements for all buildings used for human habitation and clarifies how those standards interact with other local codes: where conflicts arise, the rule that provides the higher level of safety and health protection generally controls. The provision also preserves the city's existing authority to pursue removal or demolition of dangerous, unsafe, or unsanitary buildings, and it does not override zoning rules that govern where multifamily dwellings may be established.
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Under Troy, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 176 § 176-4, operators of residential properties—including hotels, motels, rest homes, and nursing homes—are expected to ensure that any construction, alteration, or repair work complies with both this chapter and the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, as well as any other applicable City of Troy codes. When this chapter's standards conflict with another local ordinance, compliant operators generally apply whichever standard is more protective of health and safety. Operators should also be aware that this chapter does not authorize the creation or continuation of multifamily uses in zones where Chapter 285 (Zoning) does not permit them.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Troy, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 176 § 176-4 establishes that all residential buildings in Troy—including hotels, motels, and care facilities—must meet minimum habitability and safety standards, and that where local rules conflict, the stricter health and safety standard applies. Tenants who believe their building falls short of these baseline requirements may consider raising the relevant provisions as a defense in housing proceedings or filing a complaint with the appropriate City of Troy enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Troy's housing code can help residents understand which enforcement paths may be available under this chapter.
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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