Patchogue, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 238 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 238-22
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 or to an adequate and approved system of sewage disposal. B. Where a public sewer is not available, a system shall be provided to receive and dispose of sewage without health hazards or nuisances, and at no time shall sewage be expelled to the surface of the ground. C. Each fixture directly connected to the sewage drainage system shall be equipped with a water seal trap. D. Adequate cleanouts shall be provided and maintained so that the pipes may be readily cleaned. E. 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 a siphonage, aspiration or pressure will not cause a loss of the trap seal under ordinary conditions of use. F. 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.
Section 238-22 of Patchogue's Code of Ordinances establishes standards for how sewage drainage systems in residential properties must be designed and maintained. All plumbing fixtures must drain to a properly connected sewage system tied to either a public sewer or an approved disposal system, and sewage may never be discharged onto the ground surface. The rule also requires water seal traps on each fixture, accessible cleanouts for pipe maintenance, properly vented drainage to prevent trap seal loss, and vent terminals designed to prevent clogging, frost closure, or the return of foul air.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rental properties in Patchogue are generally expected to ensure that all plumbing fixtures comply with the drainage and venting requirements set out in ch. 238 § 238-22. A compliant property has each fixture equipped with a water seal trap, cleanouts that are accessible and functional, and a vent system that maintains adequate air circulation to protect trap seals under normal use. Landlords typically conduct routine inspections of drainage and vent piping to confirm that vent terminals remain clear of obstructions and that no sewage is discharged to the ground surface.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Patchogue Code ch. 238 § 238-22, tenants have an interest in knowing that their unit's plumbing must be connected to an approved sewage system, with properly functioning traps, cleanouts, and venting. If a tenant observes issues such as sewer odors, slow drains, or sewage surfacing on the property, these may indicate a violation of this provision. Tenants experiencing such conditions can document the problem, notify their landlord in writing, and explore options such as contacting the local code enforcement office or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available remedies.
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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