Akron, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 71 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 71-9
Smoke detectors required
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As of the 15th day of August 1984, the standards and requirements of the Code with respect to the location, manner of installation, quality, performance and maintenance of single station smoke-detecting alarm devices in dwelling units shall, pursuant to § 379 of the Executive Law, apply to any dwelling unit within the Village of Akron, regardless of when such unit was constructed.
Under Akron, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 71 § 71-9, all dwelling units in the Village of Akron — regardless of when they were built — became subject to the Village's smoke detector standards as of August 15, 1984. The rule, grounded in § 379 of New York's Executive Law, covers where detectors must be placed, how they must be installed, what quality and performance they must meet, and how they must be maintained. No dwelling unit is exempt from these requirements based on its age or construction date.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Akron, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 71 § 71-9 are generally expected to ensure that every dwelling unit in their portfolio — no matter when it was built — has single-station smoke-detecting alarm devices that meet the Village's standards for location, installation quality, performance, and ongoing maintenance. Compliant operators typically conduct regular inspections to confirm that detectors remain functional and properly positioned. Keeping records of installation dates, device specifications, and maintenance checks is a common practice for demonstrating ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Akron, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 71 § 71-9, tenants in every Village of Akron dwelling unit have the benefit of smoke detector protections regardless of how old their building is. If a smoke detector appears to be missing, improperly installed, or poorly maintained, tenants may raise this as a potential code violation with local Village enforcement authorities. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York housing law can help residents understand the options available to them, including how § 379 of the Executive Law may factor into any complaint process.
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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