Watertown, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 177 § 177-13
Registration effective date and deadline
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The rental registration portions of this article shall be effective beginning January 1, 2018, for all owners in the City of Watertown, Jefferson County, New York. All owners in the City of Watertown must register their property/rental dwelling unit(s) as required by this section on or before June 30, 2018.
Section 177-13 of Watertown's Code of Ordinances established a rental registration requirement that took effect on January 1, 2018, for all rental property owners within the City of Watertown, Jefferson County, New York. The provision set a firm deadline of June 30, 2018, by which every covered owner was required to have registered their rental property or dwelling unit(s) with the city. This section defines both when the obligation began and the outer time limit for initial compliance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 177-13 of Watertown's Code of Ordinances ch. 177, compliant rental property owners in Watertown ensured their properties were registered with the city no later than June 30, 2018. Operators who acquired or began renting property after the initial registration period should review the broader requirements of Article 177 to understand how ongoing or late registration obligations apply to their situation. Maintaining current registration records and confirming compliance with the city is a standard practice for property managers operating in Watertown.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 177-13 of Watertown's Code of Ordinances ch. 177 established that rental properties in the city were required to be registered by June 30, 2018, giving tenants a basis to inquire whether their unit is properly registered. Tenants who believe their landlord may not have complied with this registration requirement can contact the City of Watertown directly to check registration status or raise the issue with a local tenant-rights organization. Noncompliance with § 177-13 may be relevant information when navigating other aspects of a rental relationship under city code.
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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