Ocean Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 87 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 87-11
Fire hoses required
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All property owners shall install and tenants or other persons using or occupying any structure for residential purposes within the Incorporated Village of Ocean Beach at all times when the water supply is turned on shall maintain at least one faucet, spigot or other device whereby running water is exited or allowed to flow from a pipe which shall be regulated as to flow from the exterior of the building and which shall be in working order at all times and connected to a minimum of 100 feet of garden-type hose in good condition, equipped with a pressure nozzle, which shall be easily accessible on the outside of any structure so as to permit access in the event that the aforesaid hose need be utilized in the event of fire.
Ocean Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 87 § 87-11 establishes a fire-preparedness requirement for all residential structures in the Incorporated Village of Ocean Beach. Every such building must have at least one exterior water outlet — such as a faucet or spigot — connected to a minimum of 100 feet of garden hose in good condition and fitted with a pressure nozzle. The hose and outlet must remain accessible from the outside of the structure and in working order whenever the water supply is active, so that the equipment can be used in the event of a fire.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ocean Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 87 § 87-11, property owners bear the installation obligation: they are responsible for ensuring that a functioning exterior water outlet is present and that at least 100 feet of garden-type hose with a pressure nozzle is connected to it. Compliant operators typically inspect the hose for damage or deterioration at the start of each season, confirm the nozzle is operational, and keep the equipment stored in an accessible exterior location. Maintaining documentation of inspections and equipment condition 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.
Section 87-11 of Ocean Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 87 places the maintenance obligation on tenants and other occupants: when the water supply is on, occupants are responsible for keeping the required hose setup in good working order and accessible on the outside of the structure. If a tenant believes the property lacks the required equipment or that the equipment is in disrepair, they may raise the issue with the property owner in writing or contact the relevant Village of Ocean Beach code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing agencies can help occupants understand what options are generally available when a code requirement like this one is not being met.
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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