Great Neck, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 321 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 321-24
Sewage drainage system
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A. Plumbing fixtures shall be drained to a sewage drainage system and such system shall be connected to a public sewer. B. Substances which will clog the pipes, produce explosive mixtures, destroy the pipes or their joints or interfere unduly with the sewage disposal process shall not be discharged into the building drainage system unless it is provided with approved devices suitable for intercepting such substances. C. Each fixture directly connected to the sewage drainage system shall be equipped with a water seal trap. D. Adequate cleanouts shall be provided and maintained so that the pipes may be readily cleaned. E. The drainage system and its attendant vent piping shall be maintained so as to provide adequate circulation of air in all pipes in order that siphonage, aspiration or pressure will not cause a loss of trap seal under ordinary conditions of use. F. Each vent terminal to the outer air shall be installed and maintained so as to minimize the possibilities of clogging, frost closure, the return of foul air to the building or the creation of a nuisance to adjacent premises. G. Drains, provided for fixtures, devices, appliances or apparatus containing food, water, sterile goods or similar materials shall be equipped with air breaks, adequate to prevent contamination of such contents from any possible backup of sewage through the direct or indirect drainage piping.
Great Neck Code ch. 321 § 321-24 establishes comprehensive standards for how sewage drainage systems in buildings must be constructed and maintained. All plumbing fixtures must connect to a public sewer, and the system must be kept free of blockages, properly vented, and equipped with water seal traps to prevent sewer gases from entering the building. Drains serving food, water, or sterile goods must include air breaks to guard against sewage contamination, and no harmful substances may enter the drainage system without approved intercepting devices.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Great Neck Code ch. 321 § 321-24 generally ensure that all plumbing fixtures are connected to the public sewer and that the drainage system is routinely inspected and cleaned through adequate cleanouts. Compliant operators verify that every fixture has a functioning water seal trap, that vent piping maintains proper air circulation, and that vent terminals to the outside are kept clear of obstructions and frost. Operators also confirm that drains serving food-handling or sterile equipment are fitted with approved air breaks, and that no pipe-clogging or explosive substances enter the system without appropriate intercepting devices.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Great Neck Code ch. 321 § 321-24, tenants have an interest in a properly functioning sewage drainage system that prevents sewer gas intrusion, backups, and contamination of food or water supplies. If a tenant notices issues such as persistent drain clogs, sewer odors, missing or broken traps, or signs of sewage backup, these may indicate a violation of this provision. Tenants can document such conditions, notify their landlord in writing, and explore options such as contacting the Great Neck building or housing code enforcement office or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization 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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