Fishkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 106 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 106-28
Fuel oil storage
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A. All piping from outside fuel oil storage tanks or cylinders to mobile homes shall be permanently installed and securely fastened in place. B. All fuel oil storage tanks or cylinders shall be securely fastened in place and shall not be located inside or beneath any mobile home or less than five feet from any mobile home exit. C. Storage tanks located in areas subject to traffic shall be protected against physical damage. D. Where safety and economics permit, fuel oil storage tanks shall be placed underground. A storage facility of a capacity of approximately 275 gallons shall be provided for each mobile home lot where oil heating is used.
Section 106-28 of Fishkill's Code of Ordinances establishes safety standards for fuel oil storage at mobile home sites. Piping must be permanently installed and secured, and storage tanks or cylinders must be anchored in place, kept outside and away from mobile homes, and positioned at least five feet from any exit. Tanks in traffic-prone areas require physical protection, and where conditions allow, underground placement is preferred, with each oil-heated lot expected to have roughly 275 gallons of storage capacity.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of mobile home parks in Fishkill should ensure that all fuel oil infrastructure complies with § 106-28 of Chapter 106. Compliant operators typically verify that every tank or cylinder is securely fastened, sited at least five feet from any mobile home exit, shielded from traffic damage where applicable, and placed underground when safety and economics allow. For each lot using oil heat, operators generally provide a storage facility of approximately 275 gallons and confirm that all connecting piping is permanently and securely installed.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 106-28 of Fishkill's Code of Ordinances, residents of mobile home lots have an interest in knowing that fuel oil tanks must be safely positioned, secured, and properly sized for their lot. If a tank appears to be improperly placed, unsecured, or too close to an exit, tenants may report the condition to the appropriate local code enforcement office in Fishkill. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can help residents understand what documentation to gather and what municipal channels are available for raising such concerns.
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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