Liberty Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 43 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 43-1
Heat required
Operative Text
Any owner, agent, lessee, superintendent or janitor of a building who has under his control a furnace, boiler or other device for the furnishing of heat to said building shall be required to furnish heat to all used portions of said building in accordance with the requirements of § 43-2 .
Liberty Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 43 § 43-1 establishes that anyone who controls a heating system in a building — whether an owner, agent, lessee, superintendent, or janitor — is responsible for supplying heat to all occupied areas of that building. The obligation applies regardless of the specific role the person holds, as long as they have operational control over the furnace, boiler, or similar equipment. The standard for what constitutes adequate heat is set out in the companion provision, § 43-2.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Liberty Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 43 § 43-1, property owners and managers who control a building's heating equipment are expected to ensure that heat is delivered to every occupied portion of the building. Compliant operators typically maintain their heating systems in working order, monitor performance during cold periods, and coordinate with any on-site staff — such as superintendents or janitors — who share operational control. The specific temperature or output standards that define adequate heat are found in § 43-2, which should be reviewed alongside this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Liberty Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 43 § 43-1 establishes a right to heat in all used portions of a building for occupants of covered properties. If heat is not being provided, tenants may document the conditions (such as recording dates, times, and indoor temperatures) and report the issue to the appropriate local code enforcement or housing authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Liberty Village ordinances can help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available under § 43-1 and the related standards in § 43-2.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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