Babylon Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 199 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 199-26
Storm drainage
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Roofs and paved areas, including yards and courts, shall be drained. Storm drainage shall be conveyed to an adequate and approved system of stormwater disposal and shall not collect on the ground or flow upon property of an adjoining owner, sidewalk or other public place.
Section 199-26 of Babylon Village's Code of Ordinances (Chapter 199) establishes that all roofs and paved surfaces—including yards and courts—must have functioning drainage systems. Stormwater must be directed to an approved disposal system rather than allowed to pool on the ground or run off onto neighboring properties, sidewalks, or other public areas. The rule is designed to prevent nuisance conditions and property damage caused by unmanaged stormwater runoff.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Babylon Village Code § 199-26, property owners and managers are generally expected to maintain roofs, paved areas, yards, and courts so that stormwater drains properly into an approved disposal system. Compliant operators routinely inspect gutters, downspouts, and drainage infrastructure to ensure water does not pool on-site or discharge onto adjacent properties, sidewalks, or public spaces. Keeping records of drainage maintenance and any approvals from the village for drainage systems can support a showing of compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Babylon Village Code § 199-26 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns if stormwater is collecting on the ground, flooding yards or courts, or flowing onto neighboring property or public walkways due to inadequate drainage at their residence. Tenants who observe such conditions may report them to the appropriate Babylon Village code enforcement or building department, which has authority to inspect and require corrective action. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help clarify what documentation to gather and what remedies may be 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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