Thomaston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 116 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 116-39
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A. Electrical wiring and equipment shall be installed in conformity with generally accepted standards and maintained so as not to be a potential source of ignition of combustible material or a potential source of electrical hazard. B. Electrical wiring and equipment shall be firmly secured to the surface on which it is mounted. C. Electrical wiring and equipment installed in damp or wet locations or where exposed to explosive or flammable gases or to excessive temperatures shall be of a type approved for the purpose and location.
Section 116-39 of the Thomaston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances establishes baseline standards for electrical wiring and equipment in residential properties. The rule requires that electrical systems be installed according to accepted standards, kept free from conditions that could ignite combustible materials or create electrical hazards, and physically secured to their mounting surfaces. Equipment placed in damp, wet, high-temperature, or gas-exposed environments must be specifically rated and approved for those conditions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 116-39, compliant property operators generally ensure that all electrical wiring and equipment is installed to accepted industry standards and regularly inspected to confirm it poses no ignition or shock hazard. Fixtures and wiring are kept firmly fastened to their mounting surfaces, with no loose conduit, exposed connections, or unsecured panels. In areas such as basements, laundry rooms, kitchens, or utility spaces where moisture, heat, or flammable gases may be present, operators typically verify that only equipment carrying the appropriate location-specific approval rating is used.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 116-39 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when electrical wiring or equipment in their unit or common areas appears unsecured, deteriorated, or improperly installed for the environment in which it is located. Tenants who observe such conditions may document them and report them to the local code enforcement or building department responsible for enforcing the Thomaston Code of Ordinances ch. 116. Tenant-rights organizations can 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.
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