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Elmira, N.Y., Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-455

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Operative Text

Elmira, N.Y., Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-455
(a) Refrigerators, and similar equipment with locking mechanisms, shall not be discarded, abandoned or stored on premises accessible to children, without first removing the locking devices or the hinges of the doors.
(b) Junked vehicles, junked equipment and junked materials shall not be stored in open areas of premises.
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Plain English

Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-455 establishes two related rules about junk and discarded items on residential premises. First, refrigerators and similar appliances with locking mechanisms cannot be left, abandoned, or stored where children can access them unless the locks or door hinges are removed beforehand. Second, junked vehicles, equipment, and materials are prohibited from being stored in open, outdoor areas of any premises.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-455, compliant property operators ensure that no old refrigerators or locking appliances are left accessible to children without first removing the locking hardware or door hinges. They also keep outdoor areas of their properties clear of junked vehicles, equipment, and materials. Routine property inspections help operators identify and address these conditions before they become code violations.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Elmira Code ch. 8, art. V § 8-455 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns if a landlord allows junked vehicles or equipment to accumulate in open areas of the property, or leaves discarded locking appliances accessible to children. Tenants who observe these conditions may file a complaint with the appropriate Elmira code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations can also help explain what documentation or steps are generally available when a property appears to be out of compliance.

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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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

Elmira Code § 8-359
Elmira Code § 8-428
Elmira Code § 8-428
Elmira Code § 8-428
Elmira Code § 8-403
Elmira Code § 8-426
Elmira Code § 8-428
Elmira Code § 8-428
Elmira Code § 8-359

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