Hornell, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 178 — Housing Standards
Hornell housing standards ordinance (Arts. I–XII, §§ 178-1–178-71, 71 §§): minimum housing standards, owner duties, inspection, and enforcement. DEC-026 J4 exception. Verified 2026-11-07.
Provisions (71)
§ 178-1
Title
§ 178-10
Prohibited uses
§ 178-11
Habitable space
§ 178-12
Public space
§ 178-13
Nonhabitable space
§ 178-14
Stairs and railings
§ 178-15
Exits
§ 178-16
General requirements
§ 178-17
Exterior protection
§ 178-18
Interior protection
§ 178-19
Prohibited accumulations and storage
§ 178-2
Purpose
§ 178-20
Prevention of fire spread
§ 178-21
Interior finishes, trim and decorative materials
§ 178-22
Fireplaces
§ 178-23
General requirements
§ 178-24
Plumbing
§ 178-25
Fuel gas
§ 178-26
Heating
§ 178-27
Chimneys, flues and gas vents
§ 178-28
Incinerators
§ 178-29
Electrical
§ 178-3
Applicability
§ 178-30
Cooking and refrigeration
§ 178-31
Air conditioning and mechanical ventilation
§ 178-32
Fuel oil
§ 178-33
Fire protection in multiple dwellings
§ 178-34
Elevators, dumbwaiters and escalators in multiple dwellings
§ 178-35
General requirement
§ 178-36
Open areas
§ 178-37
Buildings and structures
§ 178-38
Infestation and screening
§ 178-39
Garbage and refuse
§ 178-4
Conflict with other provisions; highest standard to prevail
§ 178-40
Domestic animals and pets
§ 178-41
Title
§ 178-42
Purpose
§ 178-43
Applicability
§ 178-44
Conflict with other provisions; highest standard to prevail
§ 178-45
Conformity with state standards
§ 178-46
Permit required
§ 178-47
Definitions
§ 178-48
General requirements
§ 178-49
Design and construction
§ 178-5
Conformity with state standards
§ 178-50
Space requirements
§ 178-51
Height and ventilation
§ 178-52
Mechanical systems and equipment
§ 178-53
Maintenance
§ 178-54
Design and construction
§ 178-55
Utilities
§ 178-56
Mobile home lots
§ 178-57
Community areas
§ 178-58
Community structures
§ 178-59
Community fuel storage
§ 178-6
Definitions
§ 178-60
Property maintenance
§ 178-61
Title
§ 178-62
Purpose
§ 178-63
Applicability
§ 178-64
Administrative agency
§ 178-65
Powers and duties of agency
§ 178-66
Inspections
§ 178-67
Records
§ 178-68
Penalties for offenses
§ 178-69
Responsibilities of owners
§ 178-7
General requirements
§ 178-70
Responsibilities of lodging house operators
§ 178-71
Responsibilities of occupants
§ 178-8
Occupancy classification
§ 178-9