Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 158-33
Water supply tanks
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A. Water supply tanks shall be installed and maintained so as to be watertight, verminproof, rodentproof, resistant to corrosion and capable of withstanding the working pressures under normal operation. B. Supports for tanks shall be of noncombustible construction. C. Tanks and their supports shall not be used to support equipment or structures other than for tank use, except where specifically designed for such other use. D. Means for emptying water supply tanks shall be provided and maintained in proper working condition. E. Potable-water-supply tanks for domestic supply and standpipe or automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed and maintained to furnish water in sufficient quantity and pressure for such systems.
Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-33 establishes standards for water supply tanks in residential and other buildings. Tanks must be structurally sound, watertight, resistant to pests and corrosion, and capable of handling normal operating pressures, while their supports must be made of noncombustible materials. Tanks used for potable water, standpipe, or automatic sprinkler systems must deliver water in sufficient quantity and pressure for those systems, and a functioning means of emptying each tank must always be available.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-33, compliant property operators generally ensure that all water supply tanks and their supports are inspected and maintained to remain watertight, verminproof, rodentproof, and corrosion-resistant throughout the life of the installation. Operators also keep tank supports free of noncompliant secondary loads — meaning tanks and supports are not used to bear equipment or structures beyond their intended tank-related purpose unless the system was specifically engineered for that additional use. Maintaining a functional emptying mechanism and verifying that potable-water and fire-suppression tanks deliver adequate pressure and volume are routine parts of a compliant maintenance program under this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-33 sets baseline conditions that water supply systems in your building must meet, including structural integrity, pest resistance, and adequate water pressure for domestic and fire-suppression use. If a water supply tank appears to be leaking, corroded, pest-compromised, or failing to deliver adequate water pressure, that condition may represent a violation of this provision. Tenants who observe such conditions can generally document the issue in writing, notify the property owner or manager, and contact the relevant local code enforcement or housing authority in Evans, N.Y. — or reach out to a 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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