Great Neck Plaza, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 124 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 124-18
Prohibited accumulations and storage
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It shall be prohibited to: A. Accumulate or store on residential premises, except in approved locations and approved containers, any highly flammable or explosive matter, such as paints, volatile oils, cleaning fluids and similar materials or any combustible refuse liable to spontaneous combustion, such as wastepaper, boxes, rags or similar materials. B. Accumulate or store equipment, goods or materials on fire escapes or stairs, in stairways or passageways, at doors or windows or in any other locations where in the event of fire such materials may obstruct egress of occupants or interfere with fire-fighting operations. Air-conditioning units, dehumidifiers, fans or other related equipment shall not be placed or installed in windows or doorways leading to fire escapes. C. Park or store motor vehicles under fire escapes.
Great Neck Plaza Code of Ordinances ch. 124 § 124-18 prohibits certain hazardous storage and parking practices on residential properties. Flammable or explosive materials—such as paints, volatile oils, and cleaning fluids—may only be kept in approved locations and containers, and combustible refuse must not be allowed to accumulate. Egress routes including fire escapes, stairways, passageways, doors, and windows must remain clear of stored equipment or goods, and motor vehicles may not be parked or stored beneath fire escapes. Window-mounted air conditioners, fans, or similar appliances are also barred from windows or doorways that lead to fire escapes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Great Neck Plaza Code ch. 124 § 124-18, compliant property operators generally ensure that any flammable or combustible materials on the premises are stored only in designated, approved containers and locations rather than in common areas or egress routes. Routine property inspections typically include verifying that fire escapes, stairways, passageways, and exit doors remain unobstructed by stored goods, equipment, or parked vehicles. Operators also commonly enforce rules against tenants placing air-conditioning units, fans, or dehumidifiers in windows or doorways that open onto fire escapes, since such installations are expressly prohibited by this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 124-18 of the Great Neck Plaza Code of Ordinances gives residents a clear picture of what storage and parking practices are prohibited on their residential premises. Tenants have an interest in knowing that blocked egress routes—such as fire escapes or stairways cluttered with stored items—may constitute a violation of this provision, and that such conditions can be reported to the appropriate local code enforcement or building department. If a tenant believes a violation exists, general options include documenting the condition, notifying the landlord in writing, contacting the local municipality's code enforcement office, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance on next steps.
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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