Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-35
Incinerators
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A. General. (1) Contaminants emitted into the atmosphere from incinerators shall not violate air pollution control regulations promulgated pursuant to state law nor those of any other governmental authority having jurisdiction. (2) Incinerators shall be of adequate capacity for the intended use. (3) Flue-fed incinerators are not permitted. (4) A flue serving an incinerator shall be provided with a substantially constructed spark arrester. (5) Incinerators shall be connected to a suitable noncombustible chimney, smokestack, or flue. (6) Incinerator flues used also for dropping refuse shall be vertical and of noncombustible construction, shall have a smooth finish on the inside, and shall be arranged to provide free passage of refuse without clogging. B. Service openings. (1) Service openings shall be readily accessible to the building occupants. (2) Service openings shall be equipped with metal, self-closing charging devices. An incinerator flue used also for dropping refuse shall have charging devices constructed so that openings to the flue are closed while the charging devices are in the open position. No part of the charging devices shall project into a refuse chute or incinerator flue. (3) Durable signs, with plainly legible letters, shall be conspicuously posted at service openings, stating: "Throwing lighted matches, cigars or cigarettes, carpet sweepings, naphthalene, camphor balls or flakes, floor scrapings, oil-soaked rags, paint cans, aerosol containers, or any other flammable or highly combustible or explosive substance into incinerator chutes is unlawful and subjects the offender to a penalty." C. Incinerator rooms and refuse rooms. In incinerator rooms and refuse rooms, openings for charging refuse directly into incinerators shall be provided with charging doors, designed to minimize the heat transmitted to the incinerator or refuse rooms, and equipped with locks or safety devices to prevent tampering by unauthorized persons.
Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-35 establishes detailed construction and operational standards for incinerators in buildings. The rule covers everything from air pollution compliance and chimney connections to the design of service openings and charging devices. It also prohibits flue-fed incinerators and requires posted warning signs at service openings listing specific prohibited materials, noting that disposing of flammable or explosive items in incinerator chutes is unlawful and carries a penalty. Incinerator and refuse rooms must have charging doors designed to limit heat transfer and locks to prevent unauthorized access.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-35 generally ensure that any incinerator installation meets all structural requirements, including connection to a noncombustible chimney or flue, a spark arrester, and self-closing metal charging devices. Compliant operators do not install flue-fed incinerators and verify that incinerator emissions meet applicable state and local air pollution control regulations. Durable, legible warning signs listing prohibited materials are posted conspicuously at all service openings, and incinerator room charging doors are fitted with locks or safety devices to deter unauthorized use.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Auburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 182 § 182-35, building occupants have a right to readily accessible service openings and properly maintained incinerator facilities. Tenants should be aware that disposing of flammable, combustible, or explosive materials—such as aerosol containers or oil-soaked rags—in incinerator chutes is explicitly prohibited and may subject the person responsible to a penalty. Those who believe their building's incinerator facilities do not meet the standards set out in § 182-35 may consider contacting the relevant Auburn municipal code enforcement office or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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