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Water Use Rules in Albany, NY (2026)

1 verified water use rules for Albany, New York, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Leak Reporting Duty

Albany property owners must install, maintain, and repair their own water service lines, and the Water Commissioner can order repairs to stop leakage or waste.

Albany Water Service Line Leak Repair Duty

Significant Restrictions

Albany City Code § 371-91

The property owner shall, at their expense, including all necessary labor and materials, install, maintain, and keep in good repair and proper operating condition all service lines serving the property. The Commissioner may direct the owner to replace or repair, as directed, any and all parts of the service line serving said property which, in the Commissioner's opinion, may be necessary to pre...

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