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Syracuse, N.Y., Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27 § 27-30

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Operative Text

Syracuse, N.Y., Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27 § 27-30
(a) Safe, continuous and unobstructed exits shall be provided from the interior of the building to the exterior at street or grade level.
(b) Exits shall be arranged, constructed and proportioned so that occupants may escape safely from the building in case of emergency.
(c) In one-family and two-family dwellings, in addition to a primary exit from the building, there shall be provided an opening for emergency egress. Openings for emergency use shall be as defined in the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code.
(d) In all other structures and buildings approved exits shall be provided.
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Plain English

Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 3 § 27-30 establishes that all residential buildings must maintain clear, safe, and unobstructed pathways from the interior to the exterior at street or grade level. Exits must be designed and sized so that occupants can escape in an emergency. One- and two-family dwellings must also have a designated emergency egress opening meeting New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code standards, while all other structures must provide approved exits.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 3 § 27-30, compliant property operators keep all exit pathways free of obstructions at all times and ensure that exits are properly constructed and proportioned for safe emergency evacuation. Owners of one- and two-family dwellings verify that emergency egress openings meet the specifications set out in the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. Operators of larger or multi-unit structures ensure that all exits carry the appropriate approvals and remain functional and accessible.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. 3 § 27-30 gives occupants the right to safe, unobstructed exits from their building, including a compliant emergency egress opening in one- and two-family dwellings. If exits are blocked, improperly maintained, or otherwise deficient, tenants may report the condition to the City of Syracuse's code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations can also provide guidance on available options, including raising a code violation as part of a housing complaint.

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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§ 244.260
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§ 14.567
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§ 244.340
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