North Collins, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 103-27
Sewage drainage system
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A. Plumbing fixtures shall be drained to a sewage drainage system, and such system shall be connected to a public sewer. B. Where a public sewer is not available, a system shall be provided to receive and dispose of sewage without health hazard or nuisance. C. Sewage or other waste which may be deleterious to surface or subsurface waters shall not be discharged into the ground or into a waterway unless it has first been rendered harmless through subjection to treatment in conformity with generally accepted standards. D. Substances which will clog the pipes, produce explosive mixtures, destroy the pipes or their joints or interfere unduly with the sewage disposal process shall not be discharged into the building drainage system unless it is provided with approved devices suitable for intercepting such substances. E. Each fixture directly connected to the sewage drainage system shall be equipped with a water-seal trap. F. Adequate cleanouts shall be provided and maintained so that the pipes may be readily cleaned. G. The drainage system and its attendant vent piping shall be maintained so as to provide adequate circulation of air in all pipes in order that siphonage, aspiration or pressure will not cause a loss of trap seal under ordinary conditions of use. H. Each vent terminal to the outer air shall be installed and maintained so as to minimize the possibilities of clogging, frost closure, the return of foul air to the building or the creation of a nuisance to adjacent premises. I. Drains provided for fixtures, devices, appliances or apparatus containing food, water, sterile goods or similar materials shall be equipped with air breaks, adequate to prevent contamination of such contents from any possible backup of sewage through the direct or indirect drainage piping.
Section 103-27 of North Collins, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 establishes comprehensive standards for how sewage drainage systems in buildings must be designed, connected, and maintained. Plumbing fixtures must drain to a proper sewage system connected to a public sewer where one is available, and where it is not, an alternative system must safely handle waste without creating health hazards. The rule also prohibits discharging harmful substances, untreated sewage, or clog-causing materials into drainage systems, and requires protective features such as water-seal traps, cleanouts, proper venting, and air breaks on food- or water-related fixtures.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under North Collins, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 § 103-27 generally ensure that all plumbing fixtures are connected to an approved sewage system—public sewer where available, or a compliant alternative otherwise. Compliant operators routinely inspect and maintain water-seal traps, cleanouts, vent piping, and vent terminals to prevent blockages, frost closure, siphonage, and foul-air return. Where fixtures serve food, water, or sterile goods, operators verify that air breaks are in place to guard against sewage backflow contamination.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under North Collins, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 § 103-27, tenants have an interest in knowing that their building's sewage drainage system must be properly connected, maintained, and equipped with protective features such as traps, cleanouts, and venting. If a tenant observes signs of sewage backup, foul odors, inadequate drainage, or apparent system failures, these may indicate a violation of this provision. Tenants experiencing such conditions can document the issues, notify the landlord in writing, and contact the relevant North Collins or New York State housing or code enforcement authority; tenant-rights organizations can also help identify appropriate next steps.
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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