Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 122-16
Access and vertical travel between stories
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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.
Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 § 122-16 establishes baseline safety standards for vertical travel within and around residential buildings. Stairs—whether inside or outside—must be wide enough to adequately serve the people who use them, measured against generally accepted standards. Any open edges of stairs, balconies, landings, and stairwells must be equipped with railings to prevent falls.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 122 § 122-16, compliant property operators generally ensure that all stairways meet width standards recognized in the building and housing industry and that railings are installed along every open side of stairs, balconies, landings, and stairwells. Routine inspections of these features help identify deterioration, missing hardware, or inadequate dimensions before they become code violations. Keeping documentation of stair dimensions and railing installations can support a showing of ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 122-16 of the Highland Falls Code gives occupants a right to stairs that are safely wide and to railings on all open stair, balcony, landing, and stairwell edges. If these features are absent, damaged, or substandard, tenants may report the condition to the local code enforcement or building department, which has authority to inspect and require corrections. Tenant-rights organizations can also explain how a documented code violation under this provision may be relevant in other housing proceedings.
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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