Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-32
Prohibited fuel
Operative Text
Gasoline shall be prohibited as fuel for heating and cooking except for camping and outdoor use.
Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-32 establishes that gasoline is not a permitted fuel source for heating or cooking inside residential or other structures. The only recognized exceptions under this provision are camping and outdoor use. This rule applies regardless of who owns or occupies the property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-32, compliant property operators ensure that no heating or cooking appliances in their units are designed or configured to run on gasoline as a fuel source. Operators generally inspect and document the fuel types used by any equipment on the premises to confirm they fall outside the prohibition. Maintaining records of appliance specifications and fuel types is a common practice for demonstrating compliance with § 182-32.
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 § 182-32 means that tenants have a right to occupy a space where gasoline is not being used as a fuel for heating or cooking, which carries significant safety implications. If a tenant observes gasoline being used as a heating or cooking fuel in a non-outdoor, non-camping context, they may report the condition to the appropriate local code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how § 182-32 intersects with habitability standards and what reporting options are available.
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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