Babylon Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 199 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 199-22
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A. Plumbing, heating, electrical, ventilation, air-conditioning, refrigeration, cooking, fire-protection and radiation-producing equipment, elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators and other mechanical additions, installations or systems for the use of the building shall be installed, located and maintained so that under normal conditions of use such equipment and system will not be a danger to health or welfare, a danger because of structural defects or a source of ignition or a radiation hazard and will not create excessive noise or otherwise become a nuisance. Equipment and fixtures include but are not limited to apparatus, devices, fixtures, piping, pipe hangars, pipe covering, wiring, fitting and materials used as a part of or in connection with such installations. B. All equipment and systems shall be adequately protected against freezing and fire. C. Moving parts of equipment which may be a potential hazard shall be guarded to protect against accidental contact.
Section 199-22 of Babylon Village's Code of Ordinances establishes that all mechanical systems in a building — including plumbing, heating, electrical, ventilation, and fire-protection equipment — must be installed and maintained in a way that keeps occupants safe from health hazards, structural dangers, fire risks, radiation, and excessive noise. The rule also requires that these systems be protected against freezing and fire, and that any moving parts posing a hazard be guarded against accidental contact. In short, the provision sets a baseline safety standard for the full range of building equipment and systems throughout their entire service life.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 199-22, property owners and managers are generally expected to ensure that every mechanical system — from HVAC and plumbing to elevators and electrical wiring — is properly installed, routinely inspected, and kept in a condition that does not endanger occupants or create nuisances. Compliant operators typically maintain freeze protection for exposed systems, keep fire-protection equipment functional, and install guards on any moving parts that could cause accidental injury. Documenting maintenance schedules and service records for all covered equipment is a common practice that supports ongoing compliance with this standard.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 199-22 gives building occupants a basis to raise concerns when mechanical systems — such as heating, plumbing, electrical, or fire-protection equipment — are poorly maintained, create hazards, or generate excessive noise. Tenants who believe a violation exists may report the condition to Babylon Village's local code enforcement or building department, which has authority to inspect and require corrective action. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service can help clarify what documentation to gather and what remedies may be available under this provision.
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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