Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-67
Noxious fumes
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A. No person shall cause, or allow to be caused by others, any noxious fumes that are a health nuisance. B. Exhaust openings for clothes dryers, heating units, cooling units, kitchen exhausts and other appurtenances that can create a nuisance shall be so located that the exhaust air discharging into the atmosphere will not create a nuisance.
Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 § 54-67 prohibits any person from causing or permitting noxious fumes that constitute a health nuisance. Additionally, exhaust openings for appliances such as clothes dryers, heating units, cooling units, and kitchen exhausts must be positioned so that the air they discharge does not create a nuisance for others. The rule applies broadly to anyone who controls or occupies a property, not just landlords or tenants specifically.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 54 § 54-67, compliant property operators generally ensure that all exhaust openings—including those for dryers, HVAC equipment, and kitchen ventilation—are sited and directed so that discharged air does not affect neighboring occupants or the public. Routine inspections of exhaust placement and maintenance of heating and cooling systems are practices associated with compliance. Operators who become aware that equipment is venting in a way that creates a nuisance typically take corrective action promptly.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 54-67 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances gives residents a basis to raise concerns when noxious fumes from exhaust systems or other sources on the property constitute a health nuisance. Tenants who believe this provision is being violated may document the issue and report it to the appropriate local code enforcement authority in Pelham. Consulting a tenant-rights organization can help clarify what remedies or complaint processes may be available in a given situation.
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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