Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-56
Hazards
Operative Text
Outdoor premises, including vacant lots, shall be free from conditions that might create a health, accident or fire hazard. A. Such areas shall be reasonably free from holes and excavations, sharp protrusions and other objects or conditions that are a potential cause of personal injury. B. Open walls, cesspools and cisterns shall be securely closed. C. Trees and limbs of trees that constitute a hazard shall be removed.
Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 § 54-56 establishes that outdoor areas and vacant lots must be kept free of conditions that could pose health, accident, or fire risks. This includes filling or securing holes and excavations, removing sharp protrusions, closing off open wells and cisterns, and cutting down or trimming hazardous trees and limbs. The rule applies broadly to outdoor premises and is not limited to any particular type of property or occupancy.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 54 § 54-56, property owners and managers are generally expected to conduct regular inspections of outdoor areas and vacant lots to identify and address potential hazards. Compliant operators typically fill or barricade dangerous holes and excavations, remove sharp or protruding objects, ensure that open walls, cesspools, and cisterns are securely closed, and arrange for the removal of trees or limbs that pose a hazard. Maintaining documentation of inspections and remediation work is a common practice 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 54-56 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances gives tenants and occupants a basis to expect that outdoor areas and vacant lots associated with their housing are kept free from hazards such as open excavations, sharp protrusions, unsecured cisterns, and dangerous trees. If such conditions exist, tenants may consider reporting them to the appropriate local code enforcement or municipal authority in Pelham, which has jurisdiction over these outdoor premises standards. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what documentation to gather and what local complaint processes may be available.
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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