Great Neck Plaza, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 124 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 124-16
Exterior protection
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A. Foundation walls shall be maintained so as to be structurally sound and to prevent entrance of moisture, termites and vermin. Such protection shall consist of shoring where necessary, subsoil drains at footings, grouting of masonry cracks, waterproofing of walls and joists and other suitable means. B. Exterior walls and wall components shall be maintained so as to prevent deterioration due to the elements and destructive insects. Such maintenance shall consist of painting, installation or repair of walls, copings and flashings, waterproofing of joints, waterproof coatings, installation or repair of termite shields, poison treatment of soil or other suitable means. C. Roofing shall be maintained in watertight condition so as to prevent leakage into the building. Such maintenance shall consist of repairs of roofing, flashings, waterproof coatings or other suitable means. D. Windows shall be maintained in a good state of repair and tightfitting condition. Such maintenance shall include, but not be limited to, repair or replacement of: (1) All broken or cracked glass. (2) All deteriorated glazing compound. (3) All nonfunctional window-operating and window-locking mechanisms. (4) All warped or ill-fitting sash.
Great Neck Plaza Code of Ordinances ch. 124 § 124-16 establishes standards for maintaining the exterior envelope of residential buildings, covering foundations, exterior walls, roofs, and windows. Foundation walls must resist moisture, termites, and vermin; exterior walls must be protected against weathering and destructive insects; roofs must remain watertight; and windows must be kept in good repair and properly fitted. The provision lists specific acceptable maintenance methods for each component, though it allows for 'other suitable means' as well.
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Under § 124-16, compliant property operators routinely inspect and maintain all four exterior systems — foundations, walls, roofs, and windows — addressing issues such as masonry cracks, deteriorated flashings, roof leaks, and broken glass before they worsen. Operators generally document maintenance activities like waterproofing applications, termite shield installations, and window hardware repairs to demonstrate ongoing compliance. Keeping a scheduled maintenance log tied to the specific components named in § 124-16 is a common practice among operators seeking to stay ahead of code enforcement inspections.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 124-16 of the Great Neck Plaza Code of Ordinances gives tenants a basis to identify exterior maintenance failures — such as a leaking roof, cracked foundation walls allowing moisture or pests, deteriorated exterior walls, or broken windows — as potential code violations. Tenants who observe such conditions may report them to the appropriate Great Neck Plaza code enforcement authority, which has the power to require the landlord to make repairs. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help tenants understand the range of options available when exterior conditions covered by § 124-16 go unaddressed.
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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