Brewster, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 148 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 148-13
Stairs and railings
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A. Stairs, both interior and exterior, shall be of sufficient width in conformity with generally accepted standards so as to serve the occupants. B. Railings shall be provided on open portions of stairs, balconies, landings and stairwells.
Brewster, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 148 § 148-13 establishes baseline safety standards for stairs and railings in residential properties. All stairs—whether inside or outside a building—must be wide enough to safely accommodate the people using them, measured against generally accepted standards. Additionally, any open edges of stairs, balconies, landings, and stairwells must be equipped with railings.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 148 § 148-13, compliant property operators ensure that all interior and exterior stairways meet generally accepted width standards relative to the number of occupants served. Operators also install and maintain railings along any open sections of stairs, balconies, landings, and stairwells. Routine inspections of these features help confirm that conditions remain up to code over time.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 148-13 of Brewster's housing code gives occupants the right to stairs of adequate width and railings on open portions of stairs, balconies, landings, and stairwells. If these features are missing, damaged, or substandard, tenants may report the condition to the appropriate local code enforcement or housing authority in Brewster. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand what documentation to gather and what general options may be available when a landlord does not address such conditions.
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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