North Collins, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 103-19
Interior protection
Operative Text
A. Crawl spaces shall be maintained free of moisture, and the flow of air from such spaces into walls above shall be effectively barred so as to prevent deterioration of structural members. Such provisions shall consist of maintenance of openings in foundation walls to provide adequate circulation of air in the crawl space, covering the ground in the crawl space with a moisture barrier, installation of drains outside the structure if the crawl space is below surrounding grade, blocking openings in stud walls to prevent flow of air and moisture into walls, frequent destruction of termite tubes from the soil to wood floor members above, poison treatment of soil and other suitable means. B. Structural members shall be maintained so as to be structurally sound. Such protection shall consist of shoring, reinforcement or repair where necessary, frequent destruction of termite tubes or other appropriate means. C. Chimneys and flues shall be maintained so as to be structurally sound and to prevent leakage of gases into the structure. Such maintenance shall consist of clearing flue stoppages, sealing open joints, repairing masonry where necessary and other suitable means. D. Ceilings and walls shall be maintained so that parts which become loose or defective do not constitute a hazard to occupants. Such maintenance shall consist of removing and replacing loose or defective sections. E. Toilet room and bathroom floors shall be maintained so as to prevent leakage of water through the floor, under normal conditions of use and floor washing, and resultant deterioration or defects in structural members and ceilings below. Maintenance shall consist of repairs which effectively provide the moisture and waterproof qualities required for the particular floor.
Section 103-19 of North Collins, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 establishes interior protection standards for residential structures, covering crawl spaces, structural members, chimneys and flues, ceilings and walls, and bathroom floors. The rule requires that each of these building components be kept in a condition that prevents moisture intrusion, structural deterioration, gas leakage, and physical hazards to occupants. It outlines specific maintenance methods—such as moisture barriers, termite tube removal, flue sealing, and waterproof floor repairs—as acceptable means of achieving compliance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to § 103-19 of North Collins Code ch. 103 generally maintain crawl spaces with proper ventilation openings, ground moisture barriers, and exterior drainage where needed, while also blocking stud-wall openings to limit air and moisture migration. Compliant property managers routinely inspect structural members for soundness, address termite activity, clear and seal chimneys and flues, and repair or replace loose ceiling and wall sections before they become hazards. Bathroom and toilet room floors are kept in a waterproof condition through timely repairs, preventing water from seeping into structural members or ceilings below.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 103-19 of North Collins Code ch. 103, tenants have an interest in habitable interior conditions, including structurally sound walls, ceilings, and floors, as well as crawl spaces and chimneys that do not allow moisture or gas to compromise the dwelling. If conditions such as loose ceiling sections, water leaking through bathroom floors, or signs of structural deterioration are present, tenants may document the issues and notify the landlord in writing, and can contact the local code enforcement office to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how a landlord's failure to meet these interior protection standards might be raised as a defense or complaint under local housing codes.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 10, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
Effective Timeline
References Out
No outbound references recorded yet for this provision.
References In
Rules and statutes that cite this regulation