Mineola, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 300 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 300-40
Fire protection in multiple dwellings
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A. General. (1) Fire-protection equipment, including fire alarm, fire-detecting, watchman, sprinkler, and standpipe systems and portable fire extinguishers, shall be maintained in proper operating condition at all times. (2) Sprinkler and standpipe systems shall have an adequate water supply available at all times. (3) Fire Department connections shall be conspicuously identified and maintained readily accessible for Fire Department use. B. Fire alarm and fire-detecting systems. Fire alarm and fire-detecting systems shall be suitable for their respective purposes. Equipment and devices comprising such systems shall be of the approved type and conform to generally accepted standards. C. Sprinkler systems. (1) Sprinkler systems shall be maintained in good condition, free from mechanical injury. Sprinkler heads shall be maintained clean, free of corrosion and paint, and not bent or damaged. (2) Valves controlling water supply to sprinklers shall be secured in the open position. (3) Supports for piping and equipment shall be structurally sound. (4) Portions of the system subject to freezing shall be appropriately protected. (5) Storage of materials shall not interfere with the effective discharge of water from the sprinkler heads. (6) Water supply for the sprinklers shall be adequate to effectively extinguish the fire or confine it without spread. D. Standpipe systems. (1) Gate valves at hose stations shall be maintained tight against leaks. (2) Hoses shall be in proper position, ready for operation, dry, and free of deterioration. (3) Hose stations shall be conspicuously identified, located for easy accessibility, and installed to provide for the quick and easy use of equipment. Cabinets shall have keyless doors. (4) Valves in the water supply pipe for the standpipe system shall be open at all times. E. Portable fire extinguishers. (1) Portable fire extinguishers shall be of the following types: approved multipurpose dry chemical type, classified for use on Class A (combustible), Class B (flammable liquids), and Class C (electrical) fires; approved water type, classified for use on Class A fires. Extinguishers shall have at least a two-unit rating, in accordance with generally accepted standards. (2) Portable fire extinguishers shall be maintained in an efficient and safe operating condition. (3) Portable fire extinguishers shall be in their designated location and clearly visible, except that they may be located in an enclosure or recess conspicuously identified as containing a fire extinguisher.
Mineola, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 300 § 300-40 establishes comprehensive maintenance standards for fire-protection systems in multiple dwellings, covering fire alarms, detection equipment, sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, and portable fire extinguishers. Every component must be kept in proper working order at all times, with adequate water supplies, accessible connections, and equipment free from damage, corrosion, or obstruction. The rule also specifies the approved types and ratings of portable extinguishers and requires that hose stations, cabinets, and Fire Department connections remain clearly marked and readily usable.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of multiple dwellings subject to Mineola, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 300 § 300-40 generally maintain a routine inspection and servicing schedule for all fire-protection equipment, ensuring sprinkler heads are clean and undamaged, standpipe hoses are dry and properly positioned, and extinguishers of the approved multipurpose dry-chemical or water type are fully charged and visibly placed in their designated locations. Valves controlling water supply to both sprinkler and standpipe systems should remain open at all times, and any Fire Department connections must be kept conspicuously marked and unobstructed. Keeping documentation of inspections and repairs is a common practice among compliant property managers to demonstrate ongoing adherence to this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Mineola, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 300 § 300-40, tenants in multiple dwellings have an interest in knowing that their building's fire-protection systems—including alarms, sprinklers, standpipes, and portable extinguishers—are required to be fully operational and properly maintained at all times. If fire-protection equipment appears damaged, missing, obstructed, or otherwise out of service, tenants may report the condition to the local code enforcement or building department, which has authority to inspect and require corrections. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available when fire-safety standards under this provision appear not to be met.
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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