Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 166-38
Construction, installation and maintenance of facilities, equipment and utilities
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Every supplied facility, piece of equipment or utility which is required under this chapter shall be so constructed or installed that it will function safely and effectively and shall be maintained in satisfactory working condition.
Section 166-38 of Johnson City's housing code establishes that any facility, piece of equipment, or utility that the chapter requires a rental property to have must be built or installed so that it works safely and effectively, and must be kept in satisfactory working condition over time. The rule covers both the initial construction or installation and the ongoing maintenance of those required items. It applies broadly to all such required systems, meaning the obligation does not end once something is installed.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Johnson City Code § 166-38, property owners and managers are generally expected to ensure that every required facility, piece of equipment, and utility is properly installed from the outset and remains in satisfactory working order throughout the tenancy. Compliant operators typically conduct routine inspections, respond promptly to maintenance issues, and keep records of repairs made to required systems. Attention to both the installation standards and the ongoing upkeep of items such as heating systems, plumbing, and electrical equipment reflects the dual obligation this section imposes.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 166-38 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when a required facility, piece of equipment, or utility is not functioning safely or effectively, or has fallen below satisfactory working condition. Tenants may report such conditions to the appropriate Johnson City code enforcement authority, which can inspect the property and document violations. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help tenants understand what remedies or defenses may be available when a landlord has not met the maintenance obligations this section describes.
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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