Great Neck, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 321 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 321-33
Incinerators
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A. General requirements. (1) Incinerators shall be of adequate capacity for the intended use. (2) Flue-fed incinerators shall be equipped with means for burning auxiliary fuel in sufficient quantity to assure complete combustion of refuse. (3) A flue serving an incinerator shall be provided with a substantially constructed spark arrester. (4) Incinerators shall be connected to a suitable noncombustible chimney, smokestack or flue. (5) Connections to incinerators shall provide free passage of refuse without clogging. B. Service openings. (1) Service openings shall be readily accessible to the building occupants. (2) Durable signs with plainly legible letters prohibiting disposal of highly flammable substances in incinerators shall be provided near service openings.
Great Neck, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 321 § 321-33 establishes baseline construction and operational standards for incinerators in residential or commercial buildings. Incinerators must be properly sized, connected to noncombustible chimneys or flues, equipped with spark arresters, and designed to allow refuse to pass without clogging. Service openings must be accessible to building occupants, and durable warning signs prohibiting disposal of highly flammable materials must be posted nearby.
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Under ch. 321 § 321-33, property owners and managers are generally expected to ensure that any incinerator on the premises meets the capacity, combustion, and structural requirements set out in the ordinance. Compliant operators typically maintain spark arresters, verify that flue connections remain clear and functional, and post legible warning signs near all service openings advising occupants not to dispose of highly flammable substances. Routine inspection of incinerator components and signage helps demonstrate ongoing compliance with these requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ch. 321 § 321-33 establishes standards that landlords must meet regarding incinerator safety and accessibility, including the requirement that service openings be readily accessible to building occupants. If an incinerator appears improperly maintained, lacks required warning signs, or poses a safety concern, tenants may have grounds to raise the issue with local code enforcement or housing authorities in Great Neck. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand what options are available when a landlord may not be meeting these obligations.
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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