Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 147-42
Air supply
Operative Text
A. Direct fire heat-producing equipment; enclosures. Direct fire heat-producing equipment and the enclosure in which it is located shall be provided with a supply of air adequate both for complete combustion at the rated gross output of the equipment and for the ventilation of the enclosure to prevent the accumulation of heat. B. Rooms containing fuel-burning equipment. Rooms containing fuel-burning equipment shall have such air supply provided by means of one (1) or more openings to the exterior or by means of fixed openings to interior spaces which open to the exterior.
Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 § 147-42 establishes air supply requirements for heat-producing and fuel-burning equipment in residential and commercial spaces. Direct fire heat-producing equipment and its enclosure must receive enough air to support complete combustion at the equipment's rated output and to prevent dangerous heat buildup. Rooms housing fuel-burning equipment must connect to the outside air through one or more openings—either directly to the exterior or through fixed openings to interior spaces that themselves open to the exterior.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 147 § 147-42, compliant property operators ensure that every enclosure containing direct fire heat-producing equipment is designed and maintained to deliver sufficient air for full combustion at rated capacity while preventing heat accumulation. Rooms with fuel-burning appliances are typically equipped with properly sized openings—either directly to the outside or through fixed interior passages that connect to the exterior—so that adequate air supply is always available. Operators generally document the configuration of these openings and verify that they remain unobstructed during routine maintenance inspections.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 147-42 of the Spring Valley Code gives occupants a basis to raise concerns if heat-producing or fuel-burning equipment in their unit or building appears to lack proper air supply, such as sealed or blocked ventilation openings. Inadequate combustion air can create unsafe conditions, and tenants who observe such issues may report them to the local building or code enforcement office for inspection. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how to document conditions and what local complaint or inspection processes may be available.
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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