Babylon Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 199 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 199-35
Restrictions on location of water heaters
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Fuel-burning water heaters shall not be located in sleeping rooms, bathrooms or toilet rooms.
Section 199-35 of Babylon Village's Code of Ordinances establishes a location restriction for fuel-burning water heaters, prohibiting their installation or presence in sleeping rooms, bathrooms, or toilet rooms. The rule is designed to address safety concerns associated with combustion appliances in enclosed, occupied spaces. It applies to any fuel-burning water heater regardless of fuel type or unit configuration.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 199-35, compliant property operators ensure that no fuel-burning water heater is installed or maintained in any sleeping room, bathroom, or toilet room within their units. Operators conducting renovations, new installations, or routine inspections generally verify that such appliances are sited in permitted locations such as utility rooms, garages, or dedicated mechanical spaces. Keeping documentation of water heater placement and installation records can support a showing of compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 199-35 gives occupants a basis to raise a concern if a fuel-burning water heater is present in a sleeping room, bathroom, or toilet room of their dwelling. Tenants who observe such a condition may consider reporting it to the relevant Babylon Village code enforcement or building department, which has authority over local housing and safety ordinances. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York housing code can help explain what options are generally available when a potential code violation is identified.
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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