Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-64
Sewage
Operative Text
A. Sewage must be discharged into a public sewer system, except as provided in § 54-98B of this code. B. Discharge of inadequately treated sewage shall not be permitted upon the surface of the ground or into natural or artificial surface drainageways.
Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 § 54-64 establishes that sewage must be directed into the public sewer system, with a limited exception referenced in § 54-98B. Beyond that exception, releasing inadequately treated sewage onto the ground surface or into any drainage channel—whether natural or man-made—is prohibited. The rule is designed to protect public health and local waterways from untreated or poorly treated waste.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 54-64, property owners and managers in Pelham are generally expected to ensure that all sewage from their rental properties is routed into the public sewer system. Compliant operators verify that no sewage is discharged onto the ground or into surface drainageways without adequate treatment, and they review whether any alternative disposal method qualifies under the § 54-98B exception before relying on it. Routine inspection of plumbing connections and waste disposal systems helps demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 54-64 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances gives tenants a basis to raise concerns if sewage at their property is not being properly directed into the public sewer system or is being discharged onto the ground or into drainage channels. Tenants who observe such conditions may consider contacting the appropriate Pelham municipal or code-enforcement office to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what documentation to gather and what local remedies 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.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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