Oswego, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-6
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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, including but not limited to the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code in accordance with Title 19 of the New York Codes, Rules and Regulations, Part 1203, and amendments thereto, and the City of Oswego and orders, rules and regulations issued by authority thereof.
Section 149-6 of Oswego's Code of Ordinances requires that any installation, alteration, or repair work done on residential properties — along with the materials, assemblies, and equipment used — must be reasonably safe and must comply with applicable New York State law, including the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code (Title 19 NYCRR Part 1203), as well as City of Oswego ordinances and any orders or regulations issued under their authority. The rule establishes a baseline safety and legal-compliance standard that applies to the physical work and the components used in that work. It does not distinguish between who performs the work; the standard applies to the residential premises itself and everything incorporated into it.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of residential rental property in Oswego should ensure that any installation, alteration, or repair project — whether performed by in-house staff or outside contractors — uses materials and methods that meet the safety and code standards referenced in § 149-6, including the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code under Title 19 NYCRR Part 1203. Compliant operators typically verify that contractors are licensed and that permits are obtained where required, and they retain documentation showing that completed work conforms to applicable state and local regulations. Keeping records of inspections, permits, and contractor credentials supports a demonstrable pattern of compliance with § 149-6's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 149-6 of Oswego's Code of Ordinances, tenants have an interest in knowing that any work done on their residential premises — including repairs, alterations, or new installations — must meet state and local safety and building-code standards, including the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. If work appears to have been done with substandard materials or in an unsafe manner, tenants may have grounds to raise a code-compliance concern with the City of Oswego's code enforcement office or a relevant municipal authority. Tenant-rights organizations in New York can help residents understand what documentation or inspections they may be entitled to request in connection with work performed under § 149-6.
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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