Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-125
Refrigerated space
Operative Text
(a) In every dwelling unit where perishable foods are kept, refrigerated space for food storage or appropriate utility connections shall be provided. (b) Where refrigeration equipment is not provided, adequate space and utility connections shall be provided.
Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-125 establishes that every dwelling unit where perishable foods are stored must have either refrigerated space for food storage or the utility connections necessary to support refrigeration. If the landlord does not supply a refrigerator or other refrigeration equipment, the unit must still include adequate physical space and the appropriate utility hookups so that a tenant can provide their own. The rule ensures that some form of refrigeration capability is present in any dwelling where perishable food is kept.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 12 § 12-125, compliant operators generally ensure that each dwelling unit is equipped with either a functioning refrigeration unit or, at minimum, the dedicated space and utility connections—such as an electrical outlet of the correct type and capacity—needed to accommodate a tenant-supplied refrigerator. Property managers typically document what refrigeration infrastructure exists in each unit as part of routine inspections and lease records. When refrigeration equipment is not owner-provided, verifying that the space and connections meet the provision's requirements helps demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-125 of the Poughkeepsie Code of Ordinances gives tenants the right to a dwelling unit that either includes refrigerated food storage or has the proper space and utility connections for a refrigerator. If a unit lacks both a refrigerator and the necessary hookups, that condition may constitute a housing code violation that can be raised with local code enforcement or housing authorities in Poughkeepsie. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help residents understand the general options available, such as filing a complaint or raising the violation in a housing proceeding.
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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