Syracuse, N.Y., Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 54 § 54-1
Policy and intent
Operative Text
It is the policy of the city of Syracuse to help prevent the poisoning of its residents by requiring that the presence of deteriorated lead-based paint on the interior and exterior of pre-1978 residential structures and on the exterior of pre-1978 nonresidential structures be identified and be correctly addressed by reducing and controlling lead-based paint hazards which may be present, in order to prevent human exposure to such hazards.
Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 54 § 54-1 establishes the city's foundational policy on lead-based paint hazards in older buildings. It declares that pre-1978 residential structures—both inside and out—and the exteriors of pre-1978 nonresidential structures must be assessed for deteriorated lead-based paint, and that any hazards found must be properly addressed. The provision frames lead hazard identification and control as a public health priority aimed at preventing residents from being exposed to harmful lead paint conditions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 54 § 54-1, the city has made clear that managing lead-based paint hazards in pre-1978 properties is a core municipal obligation, not an optional practice. Operators of older residential properties generally maintain awareness of this policy framework, since subsequent sections of Chapter 54 build on it to impose specific inspection, disclosure, and remediation requirements. Understanding this stated intent helps property owners contextualize the compliance obligations that flow from the rest of the ordinance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 54 § 54-1 reflects the city's commitment to protecting residents—including tenants—from lead-based paint hazards in pre-1978 housing. Tenants who are concerned about deteriorated paint in an older rental unit can look to this provision as the policy foundation underlying the city's lead safety rules, which include identification and hazard-control requirements for landlords. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Syracuse housing code can help explain how this policy translates into enforceable rights under the broader Chapter 54 framework.
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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