West Seneca, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 100 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 100-4
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A. Any smoke detector installed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter shall be an approved type. B. Battery-operated smoke detectors may be installed in existing buildings, provided that such detectors are maintained in accordance with provisions of this chapter and upon written approval of the Code Enforcement Officer. C. Alternating-current-powered smoke detectors shall have electrical wiring installed in an approved manner.
West Seneca, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 100 § 100-4 establishes standards for the types of smoke detectors that may be used in residential buildings. Smoke detectors must be of an approved type, and battery-operated units are permitted in existing buildings only with written approval from the Code Enforcement Officer and proper maintenance. Hardwired, alternating-current-powered detectors must have their electrical wiring installed in an approved manner.
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Under ch. 100 § 100-4, compliant property operators ensure that any smoke detector they install meets the 'approved type' standard recognized by West Seneca. When battery-operated detectors are used in existing buildings, operators typically obtain written approval from the Code Enforcement Officer before installation and keep maintenance records demonstrating ongoing compliance. For hardwired, AC-powered units, operators generally confirm that a qualified electrician installs the wiring in an approved manner.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ch. 100 § 100-4 sets minimum standards for the smoke detectors a landlord may install, including requirements for approved types and, for battery-operated units in existing buildings, written authorization from the Code Enforcement Officer. Tenants who believe a smoke detector in their unit does not meet these standards may raise the issue with the West Seneca Code Enforcement Office, which oversees compliance with this chapter. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what documentation or approvals should be on file for detectors in their building.
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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