Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-50
Water supply tanks
Operative Text
A. Water supply tanks shall be installed and maintained so as to be watertight, verminproof, rodentproof, resistant to corrosion and capable of withstanding the working pressures under normal operation. B. Supports for tanks shall be of noncombustible construction. C. Tanks and their supports shall not be used to support equipment or structures other than for tank use, except where specially designed for such other use. D. Means for emptying water supply tanks shall be provided and maintained in proper working condition. E. Potable water supply tanks for domestic supply and standpipe or automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed and maintained to furnish water in sufficient quantity and pressure for such systems.
Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-50 establishes construction and maintenance standards for water supply tanks in residential and other buildings. Tanks must be watertight, resistant to vermin and rodents, corrosion-resistant, and capable of handling normal working pressures, while their supports must be made of noncombustible materials. Tanks used for potable water, standpipe, or automatic sprinkler systems must deliver water in sufficient quantity and pressure, and a functioning means of emptying each tank must always be available.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-50 generally keep water supply tanks inspected and maintained to ensure they remain watertight, vermin- and rodent-proof, and corrosion-resistant throughout their service life. Compliant operators ensure that tank supports are constructed of noncombustible materials and that tanks are not used to bear unrelated equipment or structures unless specifically engineered for that purpose. Maintaining a functional emptying mechanism and verifying that potable, standpipe, and sprinkler system tanks deliver adequate water pressure are also standard practices under this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in buildings covered by Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-50 have an interest in knowing that their building's water supply tanks must meet specific safety and sanitation standards, including being vermin-proof and delivering sufficient water pressure. If a tenant observes signs of tank deterioration, pest intrusion, or inadequate water supply, they may consider documenting the conditions and reporting concerns to Albany's local code enforcement or housing inspection authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Albany housing code can help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes 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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