Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 12-80
Installation of heating equipment
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(a) Every heating, cooking and water heating device located in a structure used for human habitation shall be properly installed, connected and capable of performing the function for which it was designed. (b) All heating, cooking and water-heating equipment burning solid fuels shall be rigidly connected to a chimney or flue, and such heating equipment, burning liquid or gaseous fuels, shall be rigidly connected to a supply line and, where required, to a chimney, flue or vent.
Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-80 establishes baseline standards for heating, cooking, and water-heating equipment in any structure where people live. Every such device must be properly installed, connected, and functional for its intended purpose. Equipment that burns solid fuels must be rigidly connected to a chimney or flue, while equipment burning liquid or gaseous fuels must be connected to a supply line and, where required, to a chimney, flue, or vent.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 12 § 12-80, operators of residential properties in Tuckahoe are generally expected to ensure that all heating, cooking, and water-heating devices are correctly installed and maintained in working order. Solid-fuel appliances require a rigid connection to a chimney or flue, and liquid- or gas-burning equipment must be connected to the appropriate supply line and venting as required. Routine inspections and prompt attention to any disconnected or malfunctioning equipment are consistent with compliance under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-80 of Tuckahoe's Code of Ordinances gives residents a basis to expect that all heating, cooking, and water-heating equipment in their home is properly installed, connected, and operational. If a device appears improperly vented, disconnected, or non-functional, that condition may constitute a violation of this provision. Tenants who believe this standard is not being met can document the issue, notify their landlord in writing, and explore options such as contacting the local code enforcement office or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available remedies.
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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