Troy, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 177 § 177-4
Registry Authority
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A. The Registry Authority shall be responsible for administering and managing the Landlord Registry. B. The duties of the Registry Authority shall be fulfilled by the Bureau of Information Services (B.I.S.), with the assistance of the Bureau of Code Enforcement.
Under Troy, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 177 § 177-4, the city designates a specific administrative body—called the Registry Authority—to oversee and manage the Landlord Registry. Day-to-day administration of the registry falls to the Bureau of Information Services (B.I.S.), which carries out its duties with support from the Bureau of Code Enforcement. This provision establishes which city offices are responsible for the registry, rather than imposing obligations on private parties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 177-4, the Bureau of Information Services (B.I.S.) is the office that landlords in Troy interact with when fulfilling any Landlord Registry requirements. Compliant property owners and managers generally direct their registration paperwork, updates, and inquiries to B.I.S., keeping in mind that the Bureau of Code Enforcement also plays a supporting role. Staying current with the correct administrative contact helps ensure that registry submissions are properly received and recorded.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 177-4 of Troy's Code of Ordinances identifies the Bureau of Information Services (B.I.S.) as the Registry Authority responsible for maintaining the Landlord Registry, with the Bureau of Code Enforcement providing assistance. Tenants who want to look up whether a landlord is registered, or who believe a registration requirement has not been met, can direct inquiries to B.I.S. or the Bureau of Code Enforcement. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Troy's local ordinances can also help residents understand how the registry relates to their housing situation.
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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