Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-28
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A. Plumbing, heating, electrical, ventilating, air-conditioning, refrigerating, cooking, and fire-protection equipment, elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators, and other mechanical additions, installations, or systems for the use of buildings and structures shall be installed, located, and maintained so that such equipment and systems will operate satisfactorily and not be a danger to safety, health, or welfare. B. X-ray equipment used for medical, dental, or other professional purposes, and shielding of the space where such equipment is used, shall be approved by the health authority having jurisdiction as conforming to the standards established by such authority.
Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-28 establishes baseline standards for mechanical and safety systems in buildings. All plumbing, heating, electrical, ventilation, fire-protection, and similar equipment must be installed, located, and kept in working order so that it does not pose a risk to safety, health, or welfare. Additionally, any X-ray equipment used for medical, dental, or professional purposes—along with the shielding of the space where it operates—must receive approval from the relevant health authority to confirm it meets established standards.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-28, compliant property operators routinely inspect and service all mechanical systems—including plumbing, heating, electrical, ventilation, and fire-protection equipment—to ensure they remain in safe, functional condition. Operators who house X-ray equipment for professional use also obtain and maintain approval from the applicable health authority for both the equipment and the shielded space. Keeping documentation of inspections, service records, and any health-authority approvals is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-28 gives tenants a basis to expect that all mechanical systems in their building—such as heating, plumbing, electrical, and fire-protection equipment—are properly installed and maintained in a safe condition. If a tenant observes equipment that appears unsafe or non-functional, they may consider reporting the condition to the local code enforcement or building department, which has authority over these requirements. Tenant-rights organizations in New York can also help residents understand how to document concerns and what remedies may be available under local and state law.
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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