Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 158-26
Firesafety equipment
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A. Firesafety equipment, including but not limited to fire-extinguishing, fire-warning and standpipe systems, shall be maintained operable at all times and under all weather conditions, except during regular repairs. The Code Enforcement Official and the Fire Department shall be notified when such equipment is placed out of service or placed back in service. B. It shall be prohibited for any person to render a fire-extinguishing or fire-warning device or system inoperable or inaccessible, except during drills, maintenance periods, emergencies or prescribed testing. C. All hardware and smoke detectors shall have battery backup. (1) One- or two-family dwellings. At least one single-station smoke-detecting device, as described in the reference standard of the National Fire Protection Association (RS 56-Z), shall be installed on or near the ceiling in every existing one- or two-family dwelling in the state used as a residence, in conformity with Section 1060.10 of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, except that battery-operated devices are permitted. Further, an affidavit shall be submitted by the grantor of such dwelling or apartment at the time of conveyance indicating that such smoke-detecting alarm device has been installed and is operable. (2) Multiple dwellings. At least one single-station smoke-detecting alarm device shall be installed on or near the ceiling in each apartment or other sleeping unit of multiple dwellings, in conformity with Section 1060.10 of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. Battery-operated devices are permitted as described in reference standard National Fire Protection Association 74. (3) All transient-occupied housing, hotels, lodging houses and lodging units shall have portable smoke detectors of both audible and visual design. The number of detectors shall be 3% of the number of sleeping rooms, with a minimum of one operational detector per building. Proprietors shall post conspicuously a sign, with letters at least three inches in height, at the main desk or other similar station, advising of the availability of such detectors. Such detectors shall be in accordance with Part 850 of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, shall have a flash-frequency range of 60 to 120 flashes per minute and shall have a minimum visible effective intensity as set forth in Section 3-z.4.3 of reference standard National Fire Protection Association 72G. Hardwiring of audible/visual detectors into an existing central closed circuit alarm system shall be permitted in lieu of such portable detectors. D. Ground fault interrupters shall be installed in all electrical outlets in kitchens and bathrooms to reduce possibility of electrocution.
Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-26 establishes comprehensive fire-safety equipment requirements for residential and transient-occupied buildings. Fire-extinguishing, fire-warning, and standpipe systems must remain operational at all times, and no one may deliberately disable such systems outside of drills, maintenance, emergencies, or scheduled testing. Smoke detectors with battery backup are required in one- and two-family homes, multi-unit dwellings, and transient lodging, with specific standards for each type, and ground fault interrupters must be installed in kitchen and bathroom electrical outlets.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 158-26, compliant operators keep all fire-extinguishing and fire-warning systems operational and notify both the Code Enforcement Official and the Fire Department whenever equipment goes out of or returns to service. Owners of one- or two-family dwellings provide an affidavit at conveyance confirming smoke detectors are installed and working, while managers of multiple dwellings and transient lodging ensure the correct detector type and quantity for each unit type. Ground fault interrupters are installed in all kitchen and bathroom outlets, and battery backup is maintained on all smoke detectors.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 158-26 gives residents the right to expect functioning smoke detectors, operable fire-suppression systems, and ground fault interrupters in kitchens and bathrooms throughout their tenancy. If equipment appears disabled or missing, tenants may report concerns to the Evans Code Enforcement Official or the local Fire Department, which share oversight responsibility under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand available remedies, including raising a violation as a defense in relevant proceedings.
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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