Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-83
Piping
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A. Automatically operated boilers and furnaces using fuel oil shall be provided with remote control to stop the flow of oil during fire or other emergency. B. Filling, emptying and venting of tanks shall be by means of fixed piping. Pipes to underground tanks shall be pitched toward tanks. Terminals of fill and vent pipes shall be located outside of buildings at a safe distance from building openings.
Albany Code § 231-83 establishes piping and safety-control requirements for fuel-oil heating systems in residential buildings. Automatically operated boilers and furnaces must have a remote shutoff that can stop oil flow in a fire or other emergency. All tank filling, emptying, and venting must use fixed piping, with underground-tank pipes sloped toward the tank and fill/vent pipe terminals positioned outside the building at a safe distance from any openings.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners operating fuel-oil boilers or furnaces covered by Albany Code § 231-83 generally ensure that a functioning remote emergency shutoff is installed and accessible for each automatically operated unit. Compliant operators use fixed piping for all tank fill, drain, and vent connections, verify that underground-tank pipes are pitched correctly toward the tank, and confirm that fill and vent terminals are located outside the building and clear of windows, doors, and other openings. Routine inspections of these systems help demonstrate ongoing compliance with the piping requirements set out in § 231-83.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Albany Code § 231-83 sets baseline safety standards for fuel-oil heating systems that landlords are required to maintain, including emergency shutoff controls and properly configured piping. Tenants who observe what appears to be non-compliant piping, missing remote shutoffs, or improperly placed fill and vent terminals may report concerns to the City of Albany's code enforcement or building inspection office. Tenant-rights organizations in Albany can also help residents understand how § 231-83 applies to their building and what options are generally available when a potential violation is identified.
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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