Norwood, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 136 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 136-5
Standards for stairways, decks, porches and balconies
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The following shall be the responsibility and practice of all owners, their agents, tenants, or occupants of their property within the Village: A. Stairways, decks, porches and balconies are to be kept free of garbage and solid waste, unless the garbage is stored and completely contained in a durable, nonabsorbent, watertight container having tight-fitting lids in place in anticipation of weekly collection or disposal. Plastic bags are not considered durable containers. B. Construction and demolition debris can be located in these areas for no longer than 30 days. C. Every exterior stairway, deck, porch and balcony, and all appurtenances attached thereto, shall be maintained structurally sound, in good repair, with proper anchorage and capable of supporting the imposed loads.
Section 136-5 of Norwood, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 136 establishes cleanliness and structural standards for exterior stairways, decks, porches, and balconies on all properties within the Village. These areas must be kept free of garbage and solid waste except when waste is stored in rigid, watertight, lidded containers awaiting weekly collection — plastic bags do not qualify as acceptable containers. Construction and demolition debris may remain in these areas for no more than 30 days, and all such structures must be kept structurally sound, properly anchored, and capable of bearing the loads placed on them.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 136-5 of Norwood's Code of Ordinances ch. 136, compliant property owners and their agents routinely inspect exterior stairways, decks, porches, and balconies to ensure they are free of loose garbage and that any waste awaiting pickup is stored in rigid, watertight containers with tight-fitting lids. Operators also track any construction or demolition debris placed in these areas to ensure it is removed within the 30-day limit. Regular structural inspections help confirm that all such structures and their appurtenances remain sound, properly anchored, and load-bearing as required by this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 136-5 of Norwood, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 136 places responsibility on tenants and occupants — not just owners — to keep stairways, decks, porches, and balconies free of improperly stored garbage and to avoid leaving construction debris in those areas beyond 30 days. Tenants also have an interest in the structural soundness requirement: if a shared or unit-adjacent structure appears unsafe or in disrepair, that condition may be reportable to the Village's code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing resources can help occupants understand how to document conditions and what general options exist when a structure covered by this provision appears to fall short of the required standards.
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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