Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 147-76
Maintenance of fire escapes and emergency escape and rescue openings
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A. Fire escapes and components thereof (including windows leading onto fire escapes) shall at all times be maintained in proper working order, free of defects, including rust. B. The building owner or designated representative shall be required to complete and submit, on an annual basis, an approved inspection form (with pressure testing requirement) available from the inspector. Such form shall be returned to the inspector within 30 days by the person in charge of the building.
Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 § 147-76 establishes two related requirements for residential buildings with fire escapes. First, fire escapes and all their components — including windows that open onto them — must be kept in proper working order and free of defects such as rust at all times. Second, building owners or their designated representatives must complete an approved annual inspection form, which includes a pressure testing requirement, and return it to the inspector within 30 days of receiving it.
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Under § 147-76, compliant building operators keep fire escapes and all associated components, including access windows, continuously free of rust and other defects through routine inspection and timely repairs. Each year, operators obtain the approved inspection form (which includes a pressure testing component) from the inspector, complete it, and return it within the 30-day deadline. Maintaining organized records of completed forms and any repair work performed helps 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 147-76 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when fire escapes or their components — including access windows — appear rusted, broken, or otherwise defective, since the law requires these features to be maintained in proper working order at all times. Tenants who observe that the annual inspection form has not been completed or submitted may also have grounds to note a potential compliance gap. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Spring Valley housing code can help residents understand how to document conditions and what local complaint or enforcement channels 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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