Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-71
Requirements for electrical equipment
Operative Text
A. Electrical wiring and equipment shall be installed in conformity with the Electrical Code of the City of Albany and be maintained so as not to be a potential source of ignition of combustible material or a potential source of electrical hazard. B. Electrical wiring and equipment shall be firmly secured to the surface on which it is mounted. C. Electrical wiring and equipment installed in damp or wet locations or where exposed to explosive or flammable gases or to excessive temperatures shall be of a type approved for the purpose and location. D. Electrical wiring and equipment shall be protected against excessive current by properly rated overcurrent devices. E. Electrical wiring and equipment shall be grounded or otherwise protected by insulation, isolation or guarding so as to minimize the danger of high voltages from lightning or other causes. F. Electrical equipment which in ordinary operation produces arcs, sparks or excessive heat shall be enclosed or separated and isolated from all combustible material. G. Service equipment and overcurrent protection devices shall be installed and maintained in a readily accessible location. H. Where there is electric service available to the building or structure, every habitable room of a dwelling or multifamily dwelling shall contain at least two separate and remote outlets, one of which may be a ceiling- or wall-type electric light fixture. In the kitchen, three separate and remote wall-type electric convenience outlets or two such convenience outlets and one ceiling- or wall-type electric light fixture shall be provided. Every public hall shall contain at least one electric light fixture. In addition to the electric light fixture in every bathroom and laundry room there shall be provided at least one electric outlet.
Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-71 establishes comprehensive standards for electrical wiring and equipment in residential buildings. The rule requires that all electrical systems be safely installed, properly secured, appropriately rated for their environment, protected against overcurrent, and grounded or insulated against high-voltage hazards. It also sets minimum outlet and lighting fixture requirements for habitable rooms, kitchens, hallways, bathrooms, and laundry rooms in dwellings and multifamily buildings where electric service is available.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-71, compliant property operators generally ensure that all electrical wiring and equipment is installed in accordance with Albany's Electrical Code and kept in a condition that poses no ignition or shock hazard. Operators typically verify that wiring is firmly secured, that equipment in damp, wet, or high-temperature areas carries the appropriate approval rating, and that overcurrent protection devices and service equipment remain readily accessible. Compliant operators also confirm that each habitable room contains at least two separate outlets, that kitchens meet the three-outlet (or two-outlet plus fixture) requirement, and that public halls, bathrooms, and laundry rooms each have the required lighting fixtures and outlets.
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 § 231-71 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when electrical wiring appears unsecured, improperly installed, or potentially hazardous, or when a unit lacks the minimum number of outlets or light fixtures required by the provision. Tenants who believe their dwelling does not meet these standards may consider filing a complaint with Albany's code enforcement or housing inspection office, which has authority to inspect and require corrections. Tenant-rights organizations in the Albany area can also help residents understand what documentation to gather and what general options are available when electrical conditions appear to fall short of the code's requirements.
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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