Fulton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 475 § 475-45
Discarded refrigerators
Operative Text
Every person who discards a gas-fired, electric or other refrigerator shall, before removing such refrigerator from the room in which it was installed, remove the locking device or hinges of the refrigerator.
Section 475-45 of Fulton, N.Y.'s Code of Ordinances requires that anyone disposing of a gas-fired, electric, or other type of refrigerator must first remove the appliance's locking device or hinges before moving it out of the room where it was installed. The rule is designed to prevent children or others from becoming trapped inside discarded refrigerators. It applies to any person who discards such an appliance, regardless of whether they are a homeowner, tenant, or property manager.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Fulton Code § 475-45, property owners and managers who remove or dispose of refrigerators from rental units are generally expected to detach the locking mechanism or hinges from the appliance before it leaves the room of installation. Compliant operators typically document this step as part of their appliance disposal or unit-turnover procedures. Ensuring staff and contractors are aware of this requirement helps maintain compliance across all units.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 475-45 applies to any person discarding a refrigerator, which can include tenants who are removing an appliance they own. If a tenant is leaving behind or disposing of a refrigerator, the ordinance places the obligation to remove the locking device or hinges on whoever is doing the discarding. Tenants with questions about how this rule applies to their situation may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or the City of Fulton for guidance.
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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