Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-136
Basic facilities
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Basic facilities, such as potable water, heat and hot water, sewage, electrical systems and fixtures and garbage disposal and fire safety systems shall be provided, installed, maintained and repaired as required by this code for all residential structures.
Section 54-136 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances establishes that residential structures must be equipped with and kept in working order for a set of core utilities and safety systems, including potable water, heat and hot water, sewage, electrical systems and fixtures, garbage disposal, and fire safety systems. The rule places the obligation to provide, install, maintain, and repair these facilities squarely on those responsible for residential properties. This requirement applies to all residential structures within the jurisdiction, not just certain categories of housing.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 54-136 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances, compliant property operators generally ensure that potable water, heat and hot water, sewage, electrical systems and fixtures, garbage disposal, and fire safety systems are present, properly installed, and kept in good repair at all times. Routine inspections and prompt responses to maintenance issues are hallmarks of operations that stay aligned with this provision. Documented maintenance records and timely contractor engagement are common practices among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 54-136 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances gives residents of all residential structures the right to have basic facilities—including potable water, heat and hot water, sewage, electrical systems, garbage disposal, and fire safety systems—provided and maintained in working condition. If any of these systems are absent, broken, or inadequately maintained, tenants may have grounds to raise a code violation with the appropriate local housing or code enforcement office in Pelham. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand the range of options available, such as filing a formal complaint or raising a violation as a defense in a related proceeding.
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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