Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-103
Stormwater
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A. Stormwater shall be properly drained to prevent recurrent ponding or the entrance of water into any basement or cellar. B. Conductors or drain pipes, where used, shall function properly. They shall be discharged in such a manner that water will not flow onto sidewalks or into sewers intended for sewage only or onto the property of others. C. Stormwater sewers, dry wells or other satisfactory drainage systems shall be used where necessary.
Section 54-103 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances requires that stormwater be managed so it does not repeatedly pool or seep into basements and cellars. Drainage pipes and conductors must work correctly and must direct water away from sidewalks, sewage-only sewer lines, and neighboring properties. Where standard drainage is insufficient, the code calls for stormwater sewers, dry wells, or comparable systems to handle runoff.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Pelham Code § 54-103, compliant property operators generally keep gutters, downspouts, and drain pipes in good working order and ensure that discharged water is directed away from sidewalks, adjacent properties, and sanitary sewer lines. Operators also assess whether a dry well, stormwater sewer connection, or other drainage system is needed to prevent recurring ponding or basement water intrusion. Routine inspections of drainage infrastructure after heavy rain events are a common practice for staying ahead of potential violations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 54-103 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when stormwater repeatedly enters a basement or cellar, or when drainage pipes are malfunctioning in ways that affect the property. Tenants who observe these conditions may document them and report the issue to Pelham's code enforcement or housing inspection office. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available under local ordinance.
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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