Port Jefferson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 161 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 161-18
Prohibited accumulations and storage
Operative Text
It shall be prohibited to: A. Accumulate or store on any premise, except in approved locations, any highly flammable or explosive matter, such as paints, volatile oils, cleaning fluids and similar materials, or any combustible refuse liable to spontaneous combustion, such as wastepaper, boxes, rags or similar materials. B. Accumulate or store materials on fire escapes or stairs, in stairways or passageways, at doors or windows or in any other locations where, in the event of fire, such materials may obstruct egress of occupants or interfere with fire-fighting operations.
Port Jefferson Code ch. 161 § 161-18 prohibits the accumulation or storage of highly flammable or explosive materials — such as paints, volatile oils, and cleaning fluids — anywhere on a premises except in specifically approved locations. The rule also bars placing any materials on fire escapes, stairways, passageways, doorways, or windows if those materials could block occupants from exiting or hinder firefighting efforts during an emergency. The provision applies to all premises covered by the code and is aimed at reducing fire hazards and keeping evacuation routes clear.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Port Jefferson Code ch. 161 § 161-18, compliant property operators generally designate and maintain approved storage areas for flammable or explosive substances and ensure those areas are clearly identified and consistently used. Operators also conduct routine inspections of fire escapes, stairwells, hallways, and exit points to confirm that no combustible or obstructive materials have accumulated in those spaces. Keeping records of storage locations and inspection schedules is a common practice for demonstrating 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.
Port Jefferson Code ch. 161 § 161-18 establishes that tenants have an interest in living in a building where flammable materials are stored safely and where exit routes remain unobstructed at all times. If a tenant observes prohibited accumulations — such as boxes or rags piled on a fire escape, or paint cans stored in a stairwell — they may report the condition to the local code enforcement or fire marshal's office in Port Jefferson. Tenants can also consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand how this provision may relate to habitability standards or other protections available to them.
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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