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Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-68

Supporting structural members

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Operative Text

Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-68
A. General condition. Supporting structural members of every structure used for human habitation shall be structurally sound. B. Rules and regulations. Supporting structural members shall be considered to be structurally sound if such members are capable of bearing imposed loads safely and if there is no evidence of deterioration.
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Plain English

Under Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-68, every residential structure must have supporting structural members that are in sound condition. A structural member meets this standard when it can safely carry the loads placed upon it and shows no signs of deterioration. This rule applies to all structures used for human habitation within the city.

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For Property Managers

Operators of residential properties in Newburgh are expected to maintain supporting structural members in compliance with ch. 190 § 190-68, meaning beams, columns, foundations, and similar load-bearing elements must remain capable of safely bearing imposed loads. Compliant operators typically conduct periodic inspections to identify and address any signs of deterioration—such as rot, corrosion, cracking, or settlement—before conditions worsen. Keeping documentation of inspections and any remediation work is a practice commonly associated with ongoing compliance.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 190-68 of the Newburgh Code of Ordinances gives residents of any dwelling a basis to expect that the building's structural members are sound and free from deterioration. If a tenant observes warning signs such as sagging floors, cracked load-bearing walls, or visibly compromised beams, they may report the condition to the appropriate Newburgh code enforcement or housing inspection office. Tenants may also consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand how a violation of § 190-68 could be raised in response to housing-related proceedings.

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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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

Newburgh Code § 190-82
Newburgh Code § 190-46
Newburgh Code § 190-52
Newburgh Code § 190-13
Newburgh Code § 190-28
Newburgh Code § 190-45
Newburgh Code § 190-28
Newburgh Code § 190-16
Newburgh Code § 190-7
Newburgh Code § 190-34
Newburgh Code § 190-16
Newburgh Code § 190-34
Newburgh Code § 190-28
Newburgh Code § 190-28
Newburgh Code § 190-16
Newburgh Code § 190-32
Newburgh Code § 190-16
Newburgh Code § 190-33
Newburgh Code § 190-28
Newburgh Code § 190-16
Newburgh Code § 190-32
Newburgh Code § 190-34
Newburgh Code § 190-35
Newburgh Code § 190-79
Newburgh Code § 190-7
Newburgh Code § 190-80
Newburgh Code § 190-7
Newburgh Code § 190-113
Newburgh Code § 190-93

Related Rules

§ 244.260
Compliance required
§ 14.567
ADOPTED BY REFERENCE
§ 244.340
Sewer and water connections

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