Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-91
Asbestos
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No person shall engage in or allow surface coating by the spraying of asbestos or asbestos-containing materials.
Section 54-91 of Pelham, N.Y.'s Code of Ordinances prohibits anyone from applying surface coatings by spraying asbestos or materials that contain asbestos. This is a blanket ban covering both the act of performing such spraying and the act of permitting it to occur on a property. The rule applies regardless of whether the person doing the spraying or the person allowing it is the property owner, contractor, or any other party.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Pelham Code § 54-91, property owners and managers are expected to ensure that no spray-applied asbestos or asbestos-containing surface coatings are used on their properties, whether applied by their own staff or by hired contractors. Compliant operators typically review contractor specifications and material data sheets before any coating work begins to confirm that no asbestos-containing products are used. Because the ordinance extends liability to those who "allow" such activity, oversight of third-party work on the property is a standard part of responsible property management in Pelham.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 54-91 of the Pelham Code of Ordinances gives tenants a basis to raise concerns if they believe spray-applied asbestos or asbestos-containing materials are being used in their building. Tenants who observe or suspect such activity may report it to the relevant Pelham municipal authority or code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing agencies can also help residents understand what documentation or steps are generally available when a potential violation of § 54-91 is identified.
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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