Fulton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 475 § 475-31
Interior finishes, trim and decorative materials
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Interior finish materials for acoustical correction, surface insulation and decorative treatment on the surfaces of walls and ceilings and interior trim shall be rated in accordance with their surface flame-spread ratings, smoke density generated and fuel contributed as determined by tests conducted in conformity with generally accepted standards. Only rated finishes, trim and materials shall be applied, installed and used where required based upon building construction classification and occupancy.
Section 475-31 of Fulton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 475 establishes that interior finish materials—including acoustical treatments, surface insulation, decorative wall and ceiling coverings, and trim—must carry verified ratings for flame spread, smoke density, and fuel contribution. These ratings must be determined through testing that meets generally accepted standards. Only materials that have been properly rated may be installed in locations where ratings are required based on how a building is constructed and how it is used.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 475-31, compliant property operators ensure that any interior finish material, trim, or decorative treatment selected for walls and ceilings has been tested and rated for flame spread, smoke density, and fuel contribution before installation. Operators typically verify that the rated materials match the requirements dictated by the building's construction classification and occupancy type. Maintaining documentation of product ratings and test conformance records is a common practice for demonstrating compliance during inspections.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 475-31 is designed to protect building occupants by requiring that interior finishes and trim meet fire-safety rating standards appropriate to the building's construction and use. If you observe unrated or visibly non-compliant interior finish materials in your unit or common areas, you may have grounds to raise a concern with local code enforcement authorities in Fulton, N.Y. Tenant-rights organizations can help you understand what documentation or complaint processes may be available to you.
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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