Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-99
Potable water
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A. Every residential building and every dwelling unit shall be supplied at all times with potable water from a public source. There shall be sufficient volume and pressure at all hot and cold water outlets. They shall function without undue noise. B. Water supply systems shall be installed and maintained so that water used for cooling or heating shall not be reintroduced into the domestic water supply system nor be distributed through such equipment to plumbing fixtures.
Section 54-99 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances requires that every residential building and dwelling unit be continuously supplied with potable water from a public source, at adequate volume and pressure, and without excessive noise at the outlets. The provision also prohibits water that has been used for cooling or heating purposes from being reintroduced into the domestic water supply or routed back through plumbing fixtures. Together, these requirements are designed to ensure that residents have access to safe, clean, and reliably functioning water at all times.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 54-99, compliant residential property operators maintain an uninterrupted connection to a public potable water source and routinely inspect hot and cold water outlets to confirm adequate pressure, volume, and quiet operation. Operators also ensure that any cooling or heating systems are configured so that water circulating through those systems is fully isolated from the domestic plumbing supply. Keeping maintenance records and promptly addressing pressure drops, noisy pipes, or cross-connection risks are practices generally associated with meeting this standard.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 54-99 establishes your right as a resident to a continuous supply of safe, adequately pressured potable water in your dwelling unit, free from contamination by water used in heating or cooling equipment. If hot or cold water outlets are consistently low-pressure, noisy, or if you have concerns about water quality, these conditions may constitute a violation of this provision. General enforcement paths include notifying your landlord in writing, contacting the Village of Pelham's code enforcement office, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand your options.
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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