Troy, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 176 § 176-24
Minimum requirements for safety from fire
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No person shall occupy as owner-occupant, or shall let to another for occupancy, any dwelling, multifamily dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit, lodging house or lodging unit which does not comply with the applicable provisions of the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the following additional requirements for safety from fire. A. Storage of flammable liquids prohibited. No dwelling, multifamily dwelling, dwelling unit, or rooming unit shall be located within a building containing any establishment involved in handling, dispensing or storing flammable liquids with a flash point of 110° F. or lower. B. Cooking and heating equipment. All cooking and heating equipment, components and accessories in every heating, cooking, and water-heating device shall be maintained free from leaks and obstructions and kept functioning properly so as to be free from fire, health and accident hazards. All installations and repairs shall be made in accordance with the provisions of the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code or other laws or ordinances of the City of Troy applicable thereto. Portable cooking equipment employing flame is prohibited.
Section 176-24 of Troy, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 176 establishes baseline fire-safety requirements for all residential dwellings, multifamily buildings, rooming houses, and lodging units in Troy. The provision prohibits occupancy or rental of any such unit that fails to meet the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, bans residential units from being located in buildings where flammable liquids with a flash point of 110°F or lower are handled or stored, and requires all cooking, heating, and water-heating equipment to be kept leak-free, unobstructed, and in proper working order. It also flatly prohibits the use of portable flame-based cooking equipment in these residential spaces.
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Under § 176-24 of Troy's housing code, compliant property owners and managers ensure that every dwelling, multifamily unit, rooming unit, or lodging unit they offer for rent meets the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code before occupancy begins and on an ongoing basis. Operators generally conduct regular inspections of all cooking, heating, and water-heating equipment to confirm there are no leaks, blockages, or malfunctions, and they arrange for any repairs to be completed in accordance with applicable City of Troy codes. Landlords also take care that no tenant is placed in a building where flammable liquids with a flash point of 110°F or lower are handled or stored, and they communicate to occupants that portable flame-based cooking devices are not permitted under this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 176-24 of Troy, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 176 gives tenants the right to occupy a dwelling that meets fire-safety standards, including properly maintained cooking and heating equipment and freedom from proximity to flammable-liquid operations. If a tenant believes their unit has malfunctioning heating or cooking equipment, is located in a building with prohibited flammable-liquid storage, or if a landlord is allowing prohibited portable flame cooking devices, these conditions may constitute a code violation that can be reported to the City of Troy's code enforcement or building department. Tenants may also wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand how a § 176-24 violation could be raised as a defense in housing proceedings or pursued through other available channels.
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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