East Fishkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 131 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 131-9
Fire and accident provisions
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A. All trailer camps shall be provided with adequate protection consisting of a hydrant or hydrants, when feasible, fire hose and fire extinguishers so located that the same shall be available immediately in the event of a fire and as specified and approved by the Fire Chief of the East Fishkill Fire District. Such fire equipment shall be inspected by the Fire Chief of the East Fishkill Fire District at regular intervals and shall at all times meet with his approval. B. All gasoline and other flammable fluids shall be stored underground, and such storage and handling of such combustible materials shall be under the supervision of the Building Inspector. C. Suitable telephone facilities, accessible at all times, shall be provided at all such camps to enable the Fire Department to be called in case of fire.
East Fishkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 131 § 131-9 establishes fire and accident safety requirements for trailer camps in East Fishkill. Camps must maintain fire-suppression equipment—such as hydrants where feasible, hoses, and extinguishers—positioned for immediate use and subject to regular inspection and ongoing approval by the Fire Chief of the East Fishkill Fire District. Flammable liquids like gasoline must be stored underground under the Building Inspector's supervision, and a telephone accessible at all times must be available so the Fire Department can be reached quickly.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of trailer camps subject to East Fishkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 131 § 131-9 generally maintain fire-suppression equipment in readily accessible locations, coordinate with the Fire Chief of the East Fishkill Fire District to schedule regular inspections, and ensure that approval is kept current. Compliant operators also store all gasoline and flammable fluids in underground tanks overseen by the Building Inspector, and keep at least one always-accessible telephone on the premises for emergency contact with the Fire Department. Keeping documentation of inspections, approvals, and storage arrangements is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of trailer camps in East Fishkill have an interest in knowing that § 131-9 of ch. 131 of the East Fishkill Code requires camp operators to provide functioning fire equipment, safe underground storage of flammable materials, and accessible emergency telephone service. If these safeguards appear to be absent or inadequate, tenants may consider contacting the East Fishkill Fire District or the Building Inspector's office, both of which have oversight roles under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations or local housing advocacy groups can help residents understand what options may be available when a camp appears to fall short of these 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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