Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 122-22
Prevention of fire spread
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A. Walls and ceilings shall be maintained free from cracks and openings which would permit flame or excessive heat to enter the concealed space. B. In buildings of mixed occupancy, nonresidential space shall be separated from residential space by approved fire separations which will retard the spread of fire. C. Garages in or attached to a residential building shall be separated from other spaces in the building by approved separations which will retard the spread of fire and prevent flammable or toxic vapors originating within the garage from being transmitted to other parts of the building.
Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 § 122-22 establishes structural fire-safety requirements for residential buildings. Walls and ceilings must be kept free of cracks or openings that could allow flames or excessive heat to reach concealed spaces. Where a building mixes residential and nonresidential uses, approved fire separations must divide those areas, and garages that are part of or attached to a residential building must be separated in a way that blocks both fire spread and the migration of flammable or toxic vapors into living areas.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of residential properties in Highland Falls are generally expected to conduct routine inspections of walls and ceilings to identify and repair any cracks or openings that could compromise fire containment, as required under ch. 122 § 122-22. In mixed-use buildings, maintaining code-approved fire separations between commercial and residential spaces is a core compliance obligation. Attached or interior garages require approved separations specifically designed to block both fire and hazardous vapors from reaching other parts of the building, and documentation of those approved assemblies is typically part of a compliant maintenance record.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 § 122-22, residents have an interest in knowing that their building's walls, ceilings, and any shared boundaries with garages or commercial spaces are properly maintained to limit fire and vapor hazards. If a tenant observes visible cracks, gaps, or missing fire-separation materials in common walls, ceilings, or garage-adjacent areas, those conditions may represent a code violation that can be reported to the local code enforcement or building department. Tenants may also consult a tenant-rights organization to understand how documented fire-safety deficiencies could be raised in housing proceedings or used to support a complaint.
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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