Amherst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 151 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 151-72
Plumbing systems and fixtures
Operative Text
A. General. All plumbing fixtures shall be properly installed and maintained in working order and shall be kept free from obstructions, leaks and defects and be capable of performing the function for which such plumbing fixtures are designed. All plumbing fixtures shall be maintained in a safe, sanitary and functional condition. B. Fixture clearances. Plumbing fixtures shall have adequate clearances for usage and cleaning. C. Plumbing system hazards. Where it is found that a plumbing system in a structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure by reason of inadequate service, inadequate venting, cross connection, backsiphonage, improper installation, deterioration or damage or for similar reasons, the code official shall require the defects to be corrected to eliminate the hazard.
Amherst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 151 § 151-72 establishes that all plumbing fixtures in a structure must be properly installed, kept free of leaks and obstructions, and maintained in a safe, sanitary, and functional state. Fixtures must also have enough surrounding clearance for normal use and cleaning. When a plumbing system poses a hazard to occupants or the structure itself — due to issues such as deterioration, improper installation, or cross-connection — the code official has authority to order those defects corrected.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 151-72, compliant property operators routinely inspect plumbing fixtures for leaks, obstructions, and signs of deterioration, and address deficiencies before they escalate into code violations. Maintaining adequate clearance around fixtures and ensuring the entire plumbing system is properly vented and connected are standard parts of ongoing property maintenance. When a code official identifies a hazard under this section, operators are expected to correct the cited defects in a timely manner to bring the property back into compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 151-72 gives occupants a basis to expect that all plumbing fixtures in their unit are safe, sanitary, functional, and free from leaks or obstructions. If a plumbing condition appears to violate this provision — such as persistent leaks, blocked fixtures, or signs of a systemic hazard — tenants may report the condition to Amherst's code enforcement office, which has authority to require corrections. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Amherst housing code can help residents understand available options, including raising a documented code violation as part of a broader housing complaint.
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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