Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-44
Freedom from hazards
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A. Prohibited conditions. Exterior property areas shall be free from conditions which might create a health, accident or fire hazard. B. Rules and regulations. Exterior property areas shall be reasonably free from holes and excavations, sharp protrusions and other objects or conditions which might be a potential cause of personal injury. Walks, steps and driveways that contain holes or tripping hazards shall be filled, repaired or replaced as the need indicates. Open wells, cesspools or cisterns shall be securely closed. Trees or limbs of trees that constitute a hazard shall be removed.
Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-44 establishes that exterior property areas must be kept free from conditions that could cause health, accident, or fire hazards. Specific concerns include holes, sharp protrusions, tripping hazards on walks and driveways, uncovered wells or cesspools, and dangerous trees or limbs. The rule requires that hazardous conditions be corrected through filling, repair, replacement, closure, or removal as appropriate.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 190-44, compliant property operators routinely inspect exterior areas for holes, excavations, sharp protrusions, and tripping hazards on walks, steps, and driveways, and arrange for timely repair or replacement. Open wells, cesspools, and cisterns are kept securely closed, and trees or limbs identified as hazardous are removed. Maintaining documentation of inspections and completed repairs is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing 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 190-44 of the Newburgh Code establishes a right to exterior property areas that are free from hazards such as holes, tripping dangers, uncovered wells, and dangerous trees. Tenants who observe conditions that may violate this provision can report them to the appropriate Newburgh municipal code enforcement office, which has authority to inspect and require corrections. Tenant-rights organizations in the Hudson Valley region can also provide general information about how this type of provision is typically enforced and what options may be available.
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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