Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-37
Cooking and refrigeration
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A. General. (1) There shall be provided within each dwelling unit approved-type cooking and approved-type refrigeration equipment located in a kitchen or kitchenette. If the landlord does not provide cooking or refrigeration equipment, approved hookup fixtures shall be provided in convenient locations. (2) Approved-type cooking shall be of the stationary type. (3) Electrical cooking and refrigeration equipment shall be properly connected to the electrical system. (4) Gas-burning cooking and refrigeration equipment shall be connected to the gas supply system with pipe or tubing of solid metal or approved appliance connectors. (5) Cooking and refrigeration equipment shall be maintained in good operating condition. B. Ranges and gas refrigerators. (1) Ranges shall be installed with clearance for ventilation. (2) Water-cooled gas refrigerators shall be prohibited. (3) Air-cooled gas refrigerators shall be installed and maintained so that the burner operates properly, there is no emission of excessive heat or odors, there is no discharge of carbon monoxide, the flue is not internally clogged, the flue outlet is free of obstructions, and the refrigerator is not otherwise defective. (4) Air-cooled gas refrigerators shall be equipped with: (a) An integral flue which is resistant to the corrosive action of flue gases; (b) A dust-incinerating gas burner, gas pressure regulator, gas supply filter, and thermostat; and (c) A device to automatically shut off the gas supply to the burner when the pilot flame is extinguished. C. Communal kitchens. Communal kitchens shall be provided with kitchen equipment complying with the requirements of Table I. Clear working space in front of such equipment shall be at least four feet. Table I Communal Kitchen Equipment Requirements Equipment Number of Occupants Served 12 and Fewer 13 or More Sink 24-inch front Additional 24-inch unit for each multiple of six occupants, or fraction thereof Range 4 burners Additional 4-burner unit for each multiple of six occupants, or fraction thereof Oven* 6 cubic feet Additional 6-cubic-foot unit for each multiple of six occupants, or fraction thereof Refrigerator 12 cubic feet Additional 1 cubic foot per occupant Storage cabinets 42 cubic feet Additional 1 1/2 cubic feet per occupant NOTES: *May be separate unit or part of range unit.
Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-37 establishes standards for cooking and refrigeration equipment in dwelling units and communal kitchens. Each dwelling unit must have approved, stationary cooking and refrigeration equipment—or at minimum approved hookup fixtures—properly connected to electrical or gas systems and kept in good working order. Communal kitchens must meet specific equipment-to-occupant ratios for sinks, ranges, ovens, refrigerators, and storage, with at least four feet of clear working space in front of all equipment. Gas refrigerators face particular safety requirements, including automatic gas shutoff devices, and water-cooled gas refrigerators are prohibited entirely.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-37, compliant property operators ensure that every dwelling unit contains approved, stationary cooking and refrigeration equipment—or proper hookup fixtures—correctly connected to electrical or gas supply systems. Gas-burning appliances are connected using solid metal pipe or approved connectors, and all equipment is kept in good operating condition. Operators managing communal kitchens scale equipment to the number of occupants served according to the ratios in Table I of § 182-37, maintain at least four feet of clear working space in front of all kitchen equipment, and ensure any gas refrigerators meet the safety and component requirements specified in the provision.
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 § 182-37 gives tenants the right to expect properly installed and maintained cooking and refrigeration equipment—or approved hookup fixtures—in their dwelling unit. If equipment is missing, improperly connected, or not kept in good operating condition, that may constitute a violation of this provision. Tenants who believe their unit falls short of these standards can document the conditions, notify their landlord in writing, and explore options such as filing a complaint with the local code enforcement or housing authority, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance on next steps.
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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