Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-30
Weather- and watertight
Operative Text
A. Every structure used for human habitation shall be so maintained that it will be weather- and watertight. B. Exterior walls, roofs and all openings around doors, windows, chimneys and all other parts of the structure shall be so maintained as to keep water from entering the structure and to prevent undue heat loss. Damaged materials must be repaired or replaced. All parts of the structure that show evidence of dry rot or other deterioration shall be repaired or replaced and refinished. Such replacement, wherever practical, shall be in conformity with the remainder of the structure.
Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-30 requires that every residential structure be kept weather- and watertight at all times. Exterior walls, roofs, doors, windows, chimneys, and other openings must be maintained so that water cannot enter the building and heat loss is kept to a reasonable level. Any materials showing damage, dry rot, or other deterioration must be repaired or replaced, and replacements should match the rest of the structure where practical.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-30, compliant property operators routinely inspect exterior walls, roofs, windows, doors, and chimneys for signs of water intrusion, dry rot, or structural deterioration. When damage is found, operators arrange timely repair or replacement using materials that conform to the existing structure wherever feasible. Keeping documentation of inspections and completed repairs is a common practice that supports 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.
Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-30 gives tenants the right to live in a residence that is properly sealed against water and weather. If a unit shows signs of water intrusion, damaged exterior materials, or dry rot that the landlord has not addressed, tenants may have grounds to file a complaint with Albany's code enforcement or housing inspection office. Tenant-rights organizations in Albany can help residents understand available options, including how this provision may be raised in housing court proceedings.
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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