Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 166-16
Basic equipment and facilities
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No person shall let to another for occupancy any dwelling or dwelling unit for the purpose of living, sleeping, cooking or eating therein which does not comply with the following requirements: A. Kitchen sink. Every dwelling unit shall contain a kitchen sink in good working condition and properly connected to a potable water supply and to a sewer system in a manner to comply with the plumbing code and the Code of the Village. B. Flush water closet; lavatory basin. Every dwelling unit shall contain, within a room which affords privacy, a flush water closet and a lavatory basin in good working condition and properly connected to a potable water supply and to a sewer system in a manner which complies with the plumbing code and the Code of the Village. C. Bathtub; shower. Every dwelling unit shall contain, within a room which affords privacy, a bathtub or shower in good working condition and properly connected to a potable water supply and to a sewer system in a manner to comply with the plumbing code and the ordinances of the Village. D. Hot and cold water lines. Every kitchen sink, lavatory basin and bathtub or shower required under the provisions of this section shall be properly connected with both operable hot and cold water lines. E. Rubbish and garbage storage facilities. Every dwelling unit shall have adequate rubbish and garbage storage facilities of a kind sufficient to meet the requirements of the Department of Public Works for garbage and rubbish collection and disposal. F. Garbage disposal facilities. Every dwelling unit shall have adequate garbage disposal facilities or garbage storage containers, the type and location of which are approved by the enforcement officer. G. Water heating facilities. Every dwelling shall have water heating facilities which are properly installed, are maintained in safe and good working condition, are properly connected with the hot water lines required under the provisions of Subsection C and are capable of heating water to such a temperature as to permit an adequate amount of water to be drawn at every required kitchen sink, lavatory basin, bathtub or shower at a temperature of not less than 120º F. H. Means of egress. Every dwelling unit shall have safe, unobstructed means of egress leading to safe and open space at ground level, as required by the laws of this state and Village.
Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 § 166-16 establishes a baseline set of physical facilities that every rental dwelling unit must include before it can lawfully be rented for living, sleeping, cooking, or eating. Required features include a working kitchen sink, a private flush toilet and lavatory basin, a private bathtub or shower, hot and cold running water at each fixture (with water heated to at least 120°F), adequate rubbish and garbage storage and disposal facilities, and a safe, unobstructed means of egress to open ground-level space. All plumbing must be properly connected to potable water and sewer systems in compliance with applicable plumbing codes and Village ordinances. A dwelling that lacks any of these elements does not meet the minimum habitability standard set by this provision.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators renting residential units in Johnson City are expected to ensure that every unit they offer for occupancy meets all the facility requirements listed in ch. 166 § 166-16 before a tenancy begins and throughout its duration. Compliant operators routinely inspect kitchen sinks, toilets, lavatories, bathtubs or showers, and water heating equipment to confirm each fixture is in good working order, properly plumbed, and capable of delivering hot water at no less than 120°F. They also maintain approved garbage and rubbish storage and disposal arrangements and keep all means of egress clear and safe, coordinating with the Village's enforcement officer as needed regarding garbage disposal facility approvals.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 § 166-16, tenants have a right to occupy a dwelling unit that is equipped with functioning plumbing fixtures, hot and cold running water, adequate garbage facilities, and a safe means of egress from the day they move in. If any of these required elements are missing or in disrepair, that condition may constitute a violation of this provision, which tenants can document and report to the Village's code enforcement office. Tenants may also wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid service to understand how a violation of § 166-16 might be raised as a defense or remedy in a housing proceeding.
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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