Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-104
Chimneys, flues and vents
Operative Text
Chimneys and all flue and vent attachments thereto of every structure used for human habitation and all other flues and vents shall be structurally sound, free from defects and performing the function for which they were designed and are used. Chimneys, flues, gas vents or other draft-producing equipment shall provide sufficient draft to develop the rated output of the connected equipment. Chimneys, flue linings where required, flues, gas vents and their supports shall be structurally safe, durable, smoketight and capable of withstanding the action of flue gases.
Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-104 establishes that chimneys, flues, and vents in any structure used for human habitation must be kept in sound structural condition, free of defects, and capable of performing their intended function. These systems must generate enough draft to support the rated output of any connected equipment, such as furnaces or water heaters. All components, including flue linings where required, must be durable, smoketight, and able to withstand the corrosive effects of flue gases.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 12 § 12-104 of the Poughkeepsie Code of Ordinances, compliant property operators routinely inspect chimneys, flues, and vents to confirm they are structurally intact, free of cracks or blockages, and producing adequate draft for connected heating equipment. Operators generally document inspections and any remediation work, particularly for flue linings, to demonstrate ongoing compliance. Engaging a qualified chimney or HVAC professional to assess these systems on a regular schedule is a common practice among operators seeking to meet the smoketight and structural-safety standards the provision describes.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-104 of the Poughkeepsie Code of Ordinances gives occupants of residential structures a basis to expect that chimneys, flues, and vents are maintained in safe, defect-free, and fully functional condition. If a tenant observes signs of chimney deterioration, inadequate draft, smoke infiltration, or related hazards, general enforcement paths include notifying the landlord in writing and contacting the appropriate Poughkeepsie housing or code enforcement office to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how a violation of § 12-104 might be raised in housing proceedings or used to support other remedies available under local and state law.
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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