Building Safety in Broome County, NY (2026)

4 rules for unincorporated Broome County, New York.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Broome County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Lead Paint

NY requires lead-safe work practices in pre-1978 housing under Public Health Law Article 13, Title 10. EPA RRP certification required for renovations disturbing painted surfaces.

Building Safety: Lead Paint

Heavy Restrictions

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Elevator Maintenance

Elevators in NY inspected annually per NY Uniform Code and ASME A17.1. Certificates of operation required; licensed inspectors file reports with Dept of State.

Building Safety: Elevator Maintenance

Heavy Restrictions

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Scaffold & Sidewalk Shed

Scaffolding for construction in Broome County municipalities must comply with NY Industrial Code Rule 23 (12 NYCRR Part 23) and NY Labor Law 240/241 (Scaffold Law). Building permits required from the local code enforcement office for most exterior scaffolding.

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Some Restrictions

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Pest Control

Property owners must maintain rodent and insect-free premises under local property maintenance codes adopted from the NY Property Maintenance Code (19 NYCRR 1226). Broome County Health Department handles nuisance complaints; applicators must be DEC-certified.

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Some Restrictions

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All Broome County ordinances

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