Yonkers, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 58 § 58-27
Equipment maintenance
Operative Text
All equipment, including but not limited to boilers and hot-water heaters, regulated by this chapter and the New York Uniform Code shall be maintained in good working order and shall be operated as required by this chapter and the New York Uniform Code.
Section 58-27 of the Yonkers Code of Ordinances requires that all equipment covered by Chapter 58 and the New York Uniform Code—such as boilers and hot-water heaters—be kept in good working order and operated in accordance with those codes. The rule applies broadly to any equipment falling under these regulatory frameworks, not just the examples listed. Failure to meet this standard constitutes a violation of the local housing code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 58-27, property owners and managers are generally expected to implement routine inspection and maintenance schedules for all regulated equipment, including boilers and hot-water heaters, to ensure continuous good working order. Compliant operators typically keep service records, address repairs promptly, and ensure that equipment is operated in the manner prescribed by both Chapter 58 and the New York Uniform Code. Documented maintenance histories can be important when demonstrating 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 58-27 establishes a right to have all regulated building equipment—including heating systems and hot-water heaters—maintained in good working order throughout a tenancy. If equipment covered by this provision is not functioning properly, tenants may have grounds to report the condition to the City of Yonkers code enforcement office or raise the violation in relevant housing proceedings. Tenant-rights organizations in Westchester County can provide general information about available complaint and enforcement pathways under this section.
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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