New Hyde Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 139 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 139-22
Water heaters
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Every dwelling shall be supplied with an approved water heater or heaters capable of supplying a sufficient quantity of water heated to a temperature of at least 120° F. to every kitchen sink, lavatory, bathtub or shower located therein. Such water heater or heaters shall be properly connected to a supply of potable water.
New Hyde Park Code of Ordinances ch. 139 § 139-22 establishes that every dwelling must have an approved water heater capable of delivering water heated to at least 120°F to all kitchen sinks, lavatories, bathtubs, and showers in the unit. The water heater must also be connected to a potable (drinkable-quality) water supply. This rule sets a baseline standard for hot water access in residential dwellings.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 139 § 139-22, compliant property operators ensure that each dwelling unit is equipped with an approved water heater that can consistently deliver water at a minimum of 120°F to every applicable fixture, including kitchen sinks, lavatories, bathtubs, and showers. Operators also verify that the water heater is properly connected to a potable water supply and that the equipment meets any applicable approval standards. Routine maintenance and inspection of water heating equipment are practices generally associated with staying in compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 139-22 of the New Hyde Park Code of Ordinances gives residents of dwellings a right to hot water heated to at least 120°F at kitchen sinks, lavatories, bathtubs, and showers, supplied through an approved and properly connected water heater. If hot water is unavailable or inadequate, tenants may consider documenting the issue and contacting the appropriate local code enforcement or housing authority to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations can also be a resource for understanding what options are generally available when a landlord may not be meeting this standard.
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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