Rye, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 § 108-6
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Installations, alterations and repairs to residential premises, and materials, assemblies and equipment utilized in connection therewith, shall be reasonably safe to persons and property and in conformity with applicable statutes of the State of New York and orders, rules and regulations issued by authority thereof. Conformity of such work, materials, assemblies or equipment with the applicable requirements of the New York State Building Construction Code shall be prima facie evidence that the same is reasonably safe to persons and property.
Section 108-6 of Rye, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 establishes that any installation, alteration, or repair work done on residential properties—along with the materials and equipment used—must be reasonably safe and must comply with applicable New York State statutes and regulations. The provision also creates a legal shortcut: work that meets the New York State Building Construction Code is treated as presumptively safe, meaning that code compliance serves as strong initial evidence that safety requirements have been satisfied. This rule applies broadly to all such residential work, regardless of who performs it.
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Under Rye, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 § 108-6, operators of residential properties generally ensure that any installation, alteration, or repair project—and all associated materials and equipment—meets New York State statutory requirements and applicable regulatory standards. Compliant operators typically document that work conforms to the New York State Building Construction Code, since such conformity constitutes prima facie evidence of reasonable safety under this provision. Maintaining records of permits, inspections, and code-compliant materials can help demonstrate adherence to the safety standards this section requires.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 108-6 of Rye, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when installations, alterations, or repairs in their residential premises appear unsafe or inconsistent with New York State statutes and regulations. If work or materials in a rental unit seem to fall short of the standards this provision establishes, tenants may consider documenting the conditions and reaching out to the City of Rye's code enforcement office or a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on available complaint processes. Tenants may also explore whether a violation of this provision could be relevant in housing court proceedings or other enforcement contexts.
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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