Mount Kisco, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 72-4
Conformity of work with Building Code and other laws
Operative Text
A. Installations, alterations and repairs to residential premises and materials, assemblies and equipment utilized in connection therewith shall be reasonably safe to persons and property and in conformity with applicable statutes of the State of New York and orders, rules and regulations issued by authority thereof. B. Conformity of such work, materials, assemblies or equipment with the applicable requirements of the New York State Building Construction Code shall be prima facie evidence that the same is reasonably safe to persons and property.
Mount Kisco, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 § 72-4 requires that any installation, alteration, or repair work done on residential property — along with the materials and equipment used — must be reasonably safe and comply with applicable New York State statutes and regulations. The provision also establishes a legal shortcut: work that meets the New York State Building Construction Code is presumed, as a matter of law, to be reasonably safe, though that presumption can be rebutted. This rule sets a baseline safety and compliance standard for all residential construction activity within Mount Kisco.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 72 § 72-4, property owners and managers in Mount Kisco generally ensure that any contractor, vendor, or in-house maintenance team performing installations, alterations, or repairs on residential premises uses materials and methods that conform to New York State law and applicable building regulations. Operators commonly document compliance with the New York State Building Construction Code, since that conformity serves as prima facie evidence of reasonable safety. Maintaining records of permits, inspections, and material specifications supports a clear compliance posture under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 72-4 of the Mount Kisco Code establishes that residents of rental properties are entitled to have any work performed on their homes — including repairs and alterations — meet a standard of reasonable safety and conform to New York State law. If work appears to have been done with substandard materials or in a manner that raises safety concerns, tenants may have grounds to raise a violation of this provision when pursuing remedies through local code enforcement or housing authorities. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Westchester County housing law can help residents understand the general enforcement paths available under ch. 72 § 72-4.
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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