Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-94
Water fountains
Operative Text
Water fountains in public areas of a residential building shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition so as to prevent a health hazard.
Section 54-94 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances requires that water fountains located in the common or public areas of residential buildings be kept clean and sanitary at all times. The rule is aimed at preventing conditions that could pose a health risk to building occupants or visitors. It establishes a baseline maintenance standard rather than specifying a particular cleaning schedule or method.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Pelham Code § 54-94, operators of residential buildings with water fountains in shared or common areas are generally expected to include those fixtures in their routine maintenance and inspection programs. Compliant operators typically document cleaning activities, address visible contamination or mechanical issues promptly, and ensure that no conditions develop that could be characterized as a health hazard. Keeping maintenance logs can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 54-94 gives residents of Pelham residential buildings a basis to expect that any water fountains in common areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. If a fountain appears unsanitary or poses a potential health hazard, tenants may report the condition to the appropriate local code enforcement or housing authority in Pelham. 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.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
Effective Timeline
References Out
No outbound references recorded yet for this provision.
References In
Rules and statutes that cite this regulation