Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-75
Potable water supply
Operative Text
A. Required. Every dwelling, dwelling unit and rooming house shall be supplied with a potable water supply. There shall be adequate water supply and pressure at all installed hot- and cold-water outlets. B. Rules and regulations. All required facilities in every dwelling unit and rooming house shall be connected to a source of potable water. The supply and pressure shall be sufficient at all times for the operation of all installed plumbing fixtures and equipment. Where water is not supplied from a public source, the source and system utilized shall be approved by responsible authorities in the City.
Section 190-75 of the Newburgh Code of Ordinances requires that every dwelling, dwelling unit, and rooming house be connected to a potable (safe, drinkable) water supply with adequate pressure at all hot- and cold-water outlets. The supply must be sufficient to operate all installed plumbing fixtures and equipment at all times. When water does not come from a public source, the alternative source and system must receive approval from the appropriate City authorities.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 190-75, compliant property operators in Newburgh ensure that every dwelling unit and rooming house they manage is connected to an approved potable water source with sufficient pressure at every hot- and cold-water outlet. Operators routinely verify that all plumbing fixtures and equipment can function simultaneously without pressure loss. When a property relies on a private or non-public water source, operators obtain and maintain approval from the relevant City authorities before placing that system in service.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 190-75 establishes a right for occupants of dwellings, dwelling units, and rooming houses in Newburgh to have access to a potable water supply with adequate pressure at all times. If a tenant experiences a loss of water pressure, unsafe water quality, or a disconnected supply, that condition may constitute a violation of this provision. Tenants can document the issue, notify their landlord in writing, and explore options such as filing a complaint with the City of Newburgh's code enforcement office or consulting a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on next steps.
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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