Great Neck Plaza, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 124 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 124-26
Storm drainage
Operative Text
A. Roofs and paved areas, including yards, terraces and courts, shall be drained. Storm drainage shall be conveyed to an adequate and approved system of stormwater disposal where available. Storm drains shall be discharged in such manner that water will not flow onto sidewalks. B. Where a drainage system may be subject to backwater, suitable provision shall be made to prevent its overflow into the building. C. Leaders and gutters, if used, shall be constructed of noncombustible material, except that wood leaders and gutters may be used for buildings not more than two stories high.
Great Neck Plaza Code of Ordinances ch. 124 § 124-26 establishes standards for how roofs and paved surfaces must handle rainwater and stormwater runoff. Drainage must be directed to an approved disposal system where one exists, and water may not be allowed to flow onto sidewalks. Where backwater conditions are possible, the drainage system must include safeguards to prevent flooding into the building, and any leaders or gutters used must be made of noncombustible materials, with a limited exception for wood in low-rise structures.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Great Neck Plaza Code ch. 124 § 124-26, compliant property operators generally ensure that all roofs, yards, terraces, and paved courts are equipped with drainage that connects to an approved stormwater disposal system. Operators also verify that drainage outlets are positioned so runoff does not discharge onto public sidewalks, and that backwater prevention measures are in place wherever the drainage system could be subject to reverse flow. When installing or replacing leaders and gutters, operators typically select noncombustible materials unless the building qualifies for the two-story-or-under wood exception.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 124-26 of the Great Neck Plaza Code of Ordinances gives tenants a basis to raise concerns if a building's stormwater drainage is inadequate—for example, if water backs up into the building or flows onto sidewalks in ways that create hazardous conditions. Tenants who observe drainage deficiencies may consider documenting the conditions and contacting the appropriate Great Neck Plaza municipal code enforcement office to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available under this provision.
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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