Syracuse, N.Y., Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27 § 27-28
Process ventilation
Operative Text
Where injurious, toxic, irritating or noxious fumes, gases, dust, mists, or offensive odors are generated, a local exhaust ventilation system shall be provided to remove the contaminating agent at the source. Air shall be exhausted to the exterior so as not to injure, irritate, or offend occupants of the building, or any neighboring building or the general public, and not recirculated to any space.
Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 3 § 27-28 establishes that whenever harmful, toxic, irritating, or offensive airborne contaminants—such as fumes, gases, dust, mists, or odors—are produced in a building, a dedicated local exhaust ventilation system must be installed to capture those contaminants at their point of origin. The rule further requires that the captured air be discharged directly to the outside in a manner that does not harm or disturb occupants of the same building, neighboring buildings, or the general public. Recirculating that contaminated air back into any interior space is expressly prohibited.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 3 § 27-28, compliant property operators identify any areas where injurious, toxic, or offensive airborne contaminants are generated and ensure a properly designed local exhaust ventilation system is in place to capture those contaminants at the source. Operators also verify that exhaust discharge points are positioned and directed so that expelled air does not affect building occupants, neighbors, or passersby, and they confirm that no contaminated air is routed back into any occupied space. Routine inspection and maintenance of exhaust systems helps 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.
Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 3 § 27-28 gives occupants a basis to expect that any space generating harmful fumes, gases, dust, mists, or offensive odors is equipped with a local exhaust ventilation system that removes those contaminants rather than recirculating them. If a tenant believes this requirement is not being met—for example, if noxious odors or fumes appear to be venting back into living or common areas—they may consider documenting the conditions and contacting the Syracuse Code Enforcement office to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations in the Syracuse area can also help occupants understand what options may be available under this provision.
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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