Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-92
Electrical wiring and devices
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A. General conditions. Electrical wiring and devices located in a structure used for human habitation shall be so designed, installed and maintained as not to be a potential source of ignition of combustible material or an electrical hazard. The rating or setting of overcurrent devices shall not be in excess of the carrying capacity of the circuit conductor. B. Rules and regulations. Defective wiring and equipment shall be repaired or replaced. No temporary wiring shall be installed as a permanent method of wiring. Extension cords shall be run directly from portable electrical fixtures or appliances to outlets and shall not lie under floor covering or extend through doorways, transoms or other openings through structural elements. When the capacity of circuits within a building is insufficient to carry the load imposed by normal use of appliances and fixtures, as indicated by the nameplate rating of such appliances, additional circuits shall be provided or the use of excessive appliances discontinued. Necessary repairs, alterations and installations shall be made in accordance with the electrical regulations of the City. C. Compliance with Electrical and Fire Codes. All devices and fixtures, interior and exterior, shall be installed properly as per the National Electrical Code and New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code or City of Newburgh Fire Prevention Ordinances as per §§ 155-2 and 155-3 of Chapter 155 , Electrical Standards, of this Code and maintained in good repair at all times. All electrical wires not in use shall be removed and/or capped as per the recommendation of the code compliance agency.
Section 190-92 of the Newburgh Code of Ordinances establishes standards for electrical wiring and devices in residential structures, requiring that they be designed, installed, and maintained so they do not pose fire or shock hazards. The provision prohibits temporary wiring from serving as a permanent solution and restricts how extension cords may be used. All electrical work must conform to the National Electrical Code, the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, and applicable City of Newburgh ordinances, including those referenced in Chapter 155.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 190-92, property owners and managers are generally expected to ensure that all electrical wiring, devices, and fixtures in residential buildings are properly installed, rated correctly for their circuits, and kept in good repair at all times. Compliant operators typically address defective wiring promptly, avoid relying on temporary wiring as a permanent solution, and ensure that circuit capacity is adequate for normal appliance loads. When electrical work is needed, operators generally coordinate with licensed electricians and verify that all installations meet the National Electrical Code and City of Newburgh standards outlined in Chapter 155.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 190-92 gives tenants in Newburgh residential properties a basis to expect that electrical wiring and devices in their homes are safe, properly installed, and maintained in good repair. If a tenant observes defective wiring, overloaded circuits, or improperly installed fixtures, they may have grounds to raise a housing code violation, and general enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with the City of Newburgh's code compliance agency. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can help residents understand what documentation to gather and what options 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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