Akron, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 71 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 71-8
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Unless the context otherwise requires, the terms used in this article will have the same meaning ascribed to them in the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Article 18 of the Executive Law of the State of New York.
Section 71-8 of Akron, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 71 establishes that defined terms within the article carry the same meanings found in the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Article 18 of the Executive Law, unless the surrounding context clearly calls for a different interpretation. This provision functions as a definitional anchor, ensuring that technical or legal terms are interpreted consistently with state-level standards rather than being defined anew at the local level. It does not impose obligations on its own but shapes how all other provisions in the article are read and applied.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Chapter 71 should be aware that Section 71-8 ties the meaning of key terms directly to New York State's Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Article 18 of the Executive Law. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with those state-level definitions so that their practices align with how local inspectors and officials will interpret the article's requirements. Consulting those state sources when reviewing any obligation or standard in Chapter 71 is a common practice among diligent property managers.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 71-8 means that when reading any requirement or right described elsewhere in Chapter 71, the words used carry the meanings defined under New York State's Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Article 18 of the Executive Law. Understanding those state-level definitions can help tenants interpret what local housing standards actually require. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York State housing law can be a useful resource for understanding how these definitions apply to conditions in a rental unit.
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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