Wallkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 140 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 140-1

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Wallkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 140 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 140-1
This chapter shall be known as "Housing Standards Applicable to Residential Premises."
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Plain English

Section 140-1 of Wallkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 140 establishes the official title of the local housing standards framework: 'Housing Standards Applicable to Residential Premises.' This provision functions as a naming clause, giving the chapter its formal designation for reference in legal, administrative, and public contexts. It does not itself impose requirements or restrictions but sets the foundation for the standards that follow in the chapter.

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For Property Managers

Chapter 140, titled 'Housing Standards Applicable to Residential Premises' under § 140-1, is the governing framework that property owners and managers in Wallkill, N.Y., should be aware of when operating residential rental properties. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the full chapter to understand which standards apply to their properties. Knowing the chapter's official title helps in locating relevant code provisions during inspections, permit applications, or administrative proceedings.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 140-1 identifies the local housing code that governs residential premises in Wallkill, N.Y., as 'Housing Standards Applicable to Residential Premises' under Chapter 140. Tenants can reference this chapter title when researching their housing rights, communicating with local code enforcement, or seeking assistance from a tenant-rights organization. Understanding that this chapter is the applicable local housing standards framework can help tenants locate the specific provisions that protect them.

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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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

Wallkill Code § 140-4
Wallkill Code § 140-47
Wallkill Code § 140-4

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