Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-103
Structural members
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Supporting structural members of every structure used for human habitation shall be structurally sound. Supporting structural members shall be considered to be structurally sound if such members are capable of bearing imposed loads safely and if there is no evidence of deterioration.
Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-103 establishes that every residential structure must have supporting structural members—such as beams, columns, and load-bearing walls—that are in sound condition. Soundness is defined by two criteria: the members must be capable of safely carrying the loads placed on them, and there must be no visible evidence of deterioration. This rule sets a baseline structural integrity standard for all housing used for human habitation in Poughkeepsie.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 12 § 12-103, property owners and managers of residential buildings in Poughkeepsie are generally expected to maintain all supporting structural members in a condition that can safely bear imposed loads without signs of deterioration. Compliant operators typically conduct routine inspections of load-bearing elements—including foundations, beams, and columns—and address any signs of rot, corrosion, cracking, or settling before conditions worsen. Keeping records of inspections and any remediation work is a common practice among operators seeking to 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 12-103 of the Poughkeepsie Code of Ordinances gives tenants the right to occupy a home whose structural members are sound and free from deterioration. If a tenant observes warning signs such as sagging floors, cracked load-bearing walls, or visibly deteriorating supports, those conditions may constitute a violation of this provision that can be reported to the appropriate local code enforcement authority. Tenants may also wish to consult a tenant-rights organization to understand how a structural violation under § 12-103 could be raised in housing proceedings or used to seek remediation.
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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