Glen Cove, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 168 § 168-33
Heating
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A. General. (1) Buildings and structures intended or used for residential occupancy during the period set forth in Subsection A(2) shall be provided with heating equipment of an approved fixed type, capable of producing and providing an indoor temperature of 70º F., measured at a distance of three feet and more from exterior walls, and at a level of five feet above the floor. (2) In one- and two-family dwellings not wholly owner-occupied, and in all multiple dwellings, heat shall be provided whenever occupied during the period from October 1 to May 31. Temperatures shall be maintained in habitable spaces, kitchenettes, toilet rooms and bathrooms, as follows: (a) From 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., not less than 70º F. when the outside temperature falls below 55º F. (b) From 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., not less than 65º F. when the outside temperature falls below 50º F. B. Air pollution. Contaminants emitted into the atmosphere from fuel-burning equipment shall not violate air pollution control regulations promulgated pursuant to state law, nor that of any other governmental authority having jurisdiction. C. Warm air heating. Ducts and air-handling equipment used for heating shall conform to the requirements of § 168-39E , F and G(3) . D. Prohibited heat producing equipment. (1) Portable heating equipment using kerosene or other flammable liquids shall be prohibited. (2) Unvented fuel-burning space heaters shall be prohibited. (3) Fuel-burning heat producing equipment shall not be located in exits. (4) Fuel-burning water heaters shall not be located in sleeping rooms, bathrooms or toilet rooms. E. Fuel supply connection. Fuel-burning equipment shall be permanently fastened and connected in place. Fuel supply connection to such equipment shall be made with pipe or tubing of solid metal or approved appliance connector. F. Installation and clearance. Where heat producing or cooking equipment is installed on, or adjacent to, combustible materials, the location, insulation, clearance and the control of the equipment shall be such that the temperature on the surface of the combustible materials will not exceed 175º F. G. Air supply. (1) Fuel-burning heating equipment and the enclosure in which it is located shall be provided with a supply of air adequate both for complete combustion at the rated gross output of the equipment, and for the ventilation of the enclosure. (2) Rooms containing fuel-burning equipment shall have such air supply provided by one or more openings to the exterior, or by fixed openings to interior spaces which open to the exterior. H. Removal of products of combustion. (1) Equipment for burning solid or liquid fuel shall be connected to suitable chimneys or flues, and shall not be connected to gasvents. (2) Gas fired equipment shall be connected to a suitable chimney, flue or gasvent. Where a gasvent is used, a permanent sign stating the type of heating equipment which may be connected to the gasvent shall be provided, and located where the gasvent passes through the wall or ceiling. I. Safety devices. (1) Equipment capable of developing hazardous pressures or temperatures shall be provided with devices to relieve safely such pressures and temperatures. (2) Controls for the safe operation of automatically operated heat producing equipment shall be provided to function as follows: (a) When failure or interruption of flame or ignition occurs, the fuel supply shall be cut off. (b) When a predetermined temperature or pressure is exceeded, the input of additional heat shall be prevented or reduced to a safe rate. (c) When the water level in a steam boiler drops below a predetermined level, the fuel supply shall be cut off. (d) When failure or interruption of pilot light or main burner of liquefied petroleum gas equipment occurs, the fuel supply to each pilot light and main burner shall be cut off. (3) Fuel-burning space heaters located in bathrooms or toilet rooms less than 100 square feet in area, or in sleeping rooms, shall be provided with controls to cut off the fuel supply upon the failure or interruption of the flame or ignition, or whenever a predetermined temperature or pressure is exceeded. J. Expansion tanks. Hot-water heating systems shall be provided with expansion tanks. K. Heating of garages. (1) Fuel-burning equipment for garages shall be located in heater rooms, except that equipment burning gas or liquid fuel, located in the vehicle storage space, shall be permitted in stories at or above grade where elevated as follows: (a) Suspended heaters shall be at least eight feet above the floor level. (b) Floor mounted heaters shall be installed on a noncombustible platform not less than 18 inches above the floor level, and shall be protected against physical damage. (2) Garages heated by recirculated air shall be provided with a mechanical means of air handling designed to introduce a sufficient quantity of fresh air to prevent the accumulation of vapors or gases near the floor. Recirculated air shall not be taken from stories below grade level. For stories above grade level, openings for return air shall be at least 18 inches above floors.
Glen Cove, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 168 § 168-33 establishes detailed requirements for residential heating systems, covering minimum indoor temperatures, equipment safety, fuel connections, combustion air supply, and venting. In non-owner-occupied one- and two-family dwellings and all multiple dwellings, the rule mandates specific temperature thresholds—70°F during daytime hours and 65°F overnight—throughout the heating season from October 1 to May 31. The provision also prohibits certain equipment types, such as portable kerosene heaters and unvented fuel-burning space heaters, and sets standards for installation clearances, safety controls, and garage heating arrangements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rental properties subject to § 168-33 generally ensure that fixed, approved heating equipment is installed and capable of maintaining the required indoor temperatures at the specified measurement points throughout the October 1–May 31 heating season. Compliant operators also verify that prohibited equipment—including portable kerosene heaters and unvented fuel-burning space heaters—is absent from the premises, and that all fuel-burning equipment is permanently connected with solid metal or approved connector piping. Routine attention to safety controls, proper venting, combustion air openings, and clearance from combustible materials are among the operational practices associated with meeting the full scope of § 168-33.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 168-33, tenants in covered rental dwellings have a right to heat that meets specific temperature minimums—at least 70°F from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and at least 65°F overnight—whenever outside temperatures drop below the thresholds stated in the provision during the October 1–May 31 season. If heat falls short of these standards or prohibited equipment is present, tenants may consider documenting conditions (such as thermometer readings with timestamps) and reporting concerns to the Glen Cove code enforcement or housing authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help residents understand how § 168-33 applies to their building type and what complaint or defense options 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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