Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-79
Ventilation requirements
Operative Text
Enclosures or spaces where heat, gases, vapors or odors may accumulate and become a potential source of hazard or nuisance shall be provided with adequate means of ventilation to remove such excess.
Albany City Code § 231-79 establishes that any enclosed space or area where heat, gases, vapors, or odors can build up to hazardous or nuisance levels must be equipped with sufficient ventilation to clear those accumulations. The rule applies broadly to any such enclosure, regardless of its specific use, as long as the potential for harmful or bothersome buildup exists. The standard is functional: ventilation must actually be adequate to remove the excess, not merely present in some form.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Albany City Code § 231-79, compliant property operators generally assess all enclosed spaces—such as utility rooms, parking areas, storage areas, and mechanical rooms—for any potential buildup of heat, gases, vapors, or odors. Where such accumulations are possible, operators typically install and maintain ventilation systems sufficient to remove those conditions before they reach hazardous or nuisance levels. Routine inspections of ventilation equipment help ensure 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 City Code § 231-79 gives occupants a basis to raise concerns when an enclosed space in their building lacks adequate ventilation and heat, gases, vapors, or odors are accumulating to a degree that creates a hazard or nuisance. Tenants who observe such conditions may document them and report the issue to the appropriate Albany code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations in the Albany area can help residents understand what options are generally available when a landlord does not address ventilation deficiencies.
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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