Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 252-5
Maintenance
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Equipment, systems, devices and safeguards required by this code or a previous regulation or code under which the structure or premises was constructed, altered or repaired shall be maintained in good working order. The requirements of this code require the maintenance of fire protection and safety systems and devices in existing structures. Except as otherwise specified herein, the owner or the owner's designated agent shall be responsible for the maintenance of roadways, parking lots, buildings, structures, and premises, and further for the health, safety, welfare, protection of property and public from exhaust, fumes dust, odor, debris and noise.
Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 § 252-5 establishes that all equipment, systems, and safety devices required by current or prior codes must be kept in good working order. This includes fire protection and safety systems in existing structures. Beyond physical systems, the rule extends responsibility for maintaining roadways, parking lots, buildings, and premises to protect the public from hazards such as exhaust, fumes, dust, odors, debris, and noise.
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Under Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 § 252-5, property owners and their designated agents bear direct responsibility for keeping all required equipment, fire protection systems, and safety devices operational and well-maintained. Compliant operators typically conduct routine inspections of fire suppression systems, alarms, and other code-required devices, and address any deficiencies promptly. Maintenance obligations also extend to roadways, parking lots, and the broader premises, including managing sources of exhaust, fumes, dust, odors, debris, and noise that could affect public health or safety.
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Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 252 § 252-5 places the burden of maintaining fire protection systems, safety equipment, and the overall premises squarely on the owner or their designated agent, not on tenants. If fire alarms, sprinklers, or other required safety devices appear to be in disrepair, or if conditions such as excessive debris, fumes, or noise persist, tenants may have grounds to raise a code-compliance concern with local code enforcement authorities. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand what documentation to gather and what local complaint processes may be available under this provision.
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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