Oneida, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 77 § 77-83
Swimming pools
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A. Water supply used for filling or for cleaning of the pool shall be clean. Water supply shall be protected against potential pollution from all sources, including cross-connection and backflow. B. Drains shall be provided so that the pool can be safely and adequately drained. Drains shall be provided in floors surrounding the swimming pool and arranged so that water from such areas will drain without entering the pool. C. Filtering, sterilizing and auxiliary equipment, where required, shall be adequate to maintain the sanitary quality Of water during each period the pool is in use. Equipment using gases or disinfectants capable of giving off irritating, toxic or flammable fumes shall be located in ventilated rooms. D. The installation shall be arranged and maintained to prevent dirt, sand or other foreign matter from entering the bathing area.
Section 77-83 of Oneida's Code of Ordinances establishes sanitation and safety standards for swimming pools. It requires that pool water supplies be clean and protected from cross-connection and backflow, that adequate drainage systems be in place both for the pool itself and for surrounding floor areas, and that filtering and sterilizing equipment be sufficient to maintain water quality during use. Equipment that produces hazardous fumes must be housed in ventilated spaces, and the overall installation must be designed and maintained to keep foreign matter out of the bathing area.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating swimming pools subject to ch. 77 § 77-83 generally ensure that water supply lines are protected against backflow and cross-connection, and that drainage systems are properly configured so that runoff from pool surrounds cannot re-enter the pool. Compliant operators routinely verify that filtration and sterilization equipment is adequate for the pool's usage periods and that any chemical or gas equipment is housed in properly ventilated rooms. Maintaining records of equipment inspections and water quality checks is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance with § 77-83's maintenance requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants or residents who use a swimming pool covered by Oneida Code ch. 77 § 77-83 have an interest in knowing that the pool's water supply, drainage, and filtration systems must meet the standards set out in that section. If a pool appears to have unsafe water quality, inadequate drainage, or improperly housed chemical equipment, those conditions may represent a violation of § 77-83 that can be reported to the appropriate local code enforcement or health authority in Oneida. Tenant-rights organizations or local housing agencies can help residents understand what documentation to gather and what complaint processes may be available.
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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