Mount Kisco, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 72-18
Accumulation and storage of certain materials
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It shall be prohibited: A. To accumulate or store on residential premises, except in approved locations, any highly flammable or explosive matter, such as paints, volatile oils, cleaning fluids and similar materials, or any combustible refuse liable to spontaneous combustion, such as wastepaper, boxes, rags or similar materials. B. To accumulate or store materials on fire escapes or stairs, in stairways or passageways, at doors or windows or in any other location where, in the event of fire, such materials may obstruct egress of occupants or interfere with fire-fighting operations.
Mount Kisco, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 § 72-18 prohibits the accumulation or storage of highly flammable or explosive materials—such as paints, volatile oils, and cleaning fluids—on residential premises except in approved locations. It also bars storing any materials, regardless of type, on fire escapes, stairs, stairways, passageways, doorways, or windows where they could block occupants from exiting or hinder firefighting efforts. The rule is designed to reduce fire hazards and keep emergency egress routes clear in residential buildings.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of residential properties subject to ch. 72 § 72-18 generally maintain designated, approved storage areas for flammable or explosive substances and ensure those areas are kept separate from common egress routes. Compliant property managers routinely inspect fire escapes, stairways, hallways, and doorways to confirm no materials—combustible or otherwise—are left in locations that could impede evacuation or emergency response. Communicating these storage requirements clearly to tenants and conducting periodic walkthroughs are practices commonly associated with ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Mount Kisco, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 § 72-18, tenants have an interest in knowing that their building's fire escapes, stairways, and passageways must be kept free of stored materials, and that flammable substances must be kept only in approved locations. If a tenant observes violations—such as blocked exits or improperly stored combustibles—they may report the condition to the local code enforcement or building department. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how housing code complaints are filed and what protections may apply.
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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