Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-90
Noxious fumes
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A. No person shall cause or allow to be caused by persons under his control any noxious fumes. B. Exhaust openings for clothes dryers, heating units, cooking 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 § 54-90 establishes that no individual may produce or permit noxious fumes through people under their control. Additionally, exhaust openings for appliances such as clothes dryers, heating units, cooking equipment, and kitchen ventilation systems must be positioned so that the air they discharge outdoors does not create a nuisance to others. The rule applies to both the conduct of people and the physical placement of mechanical systems on a property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 54 § 54-90, property owners and managers in Pelham are generally expected to ensure that exhaust outlets for dryers, furnaces, cooking units, and kitchen ventilation are sited and directed so that discharged air does not affect neighboring properties or common areas in a way that constitutes a nuisance. Compliant operators typically review the placement of these openings during installation or renovation and address any tenant or neighbor complaints about fume discharge promptly. Maintaining awareness of how building systems vent to the exterior is a routine part of responsible property management under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 § 54-90 gives residents a basis to raise concerns if noxious fumes are being caused or permitted by a landlord or others under their control, or if exhaust openings on the property are positioned in a way that creates a nuisance. Tenants who believe this provision is being violated may consider documenting the issue and contacting the appropriate Pelham municipal code enforcement office to report the condition. Local tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what options are generally available when a code provision like this one is implicated.
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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