Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 122-23
Interior finishes, trim and decorative materials
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Interior finish materials for acoustical correction, surface insulation and decorative treatment on the surfaces of walls and ceilings, and interior trim, shall be of materials that will not, in burning, give off excessive amounts of smoke or objectionable gases.
Section 122-23 of Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 sets a fire-safety standard for materials used on interior walls and ceilings. Specifically, any acoustical, insulating, or decorative finishes—as well as interior trim—must not produce excessive smoke or harmful gases when they burn. The rule focuses on the combustion behavior of these materials rather than banning them outright.
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Under § 122-23, property operators are generally expected to select and install interior finish materials—including acoustical panels, surface insulation, decorative wall and ceiling treatments, and trim—that meet the smoke and gas emission standard described in the code. Keeping documentation of product specifications or fire-rating data for installed materials is a common practice that supports compliance. When renovating or making repairs, verifying that replacement materials also conform to § 122-23 is part of responsible property management.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 122-23 establishes a baseline safety standard for the interior finish materials in your living space, meaning the walls, ceilings, and trim should not be covered with materials that would release dangerous smoke or gases in a fire. If you observe materials that appear to violate this standard—such as highly flammable decorative coverings—you may have grounds to raise the concern with local code enforcement or the municipality of Highland Falls. Tenant-rights organizations can help you understand what documentation or inspection processes may be available under ch. 122.
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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