8 rules for unincorporated Westchester County, New York.
Verified from official government sources
Westchester County enforces lead paint hazard rules through WCDOH inspections, NY Public Health Law screening mandates, and federal Renovation Repair and Painting Rule for pre-1978 properties.
Elevators in Westchester County must be inspected annually under the New York Uniform Code and ASME A17.1 standards, with municipal building departments enforcing certificates of inspection.
Scaffolding in Westchester County is regulated under New York Labor Law Section 240 the Scaffold Law, OSHA standards, and the NY Uniform Code, with municipal inspectors verifying compliance.
WCDOH enforces pest control standards under Westchester Sanitary Code Chapter 850 including bedbug provisions in 850.30, working with NY Department of Environmental Conservation on pesticide use.
Fire sprinkler systems in Westchester County must comply with the New York Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code adopting NFPA 13 and 13R, enforced by local fire marshals and building officials.
Door locking hardware in Westchester County buildings must comply with the NY Uniform Code, NFPA 80 and 101 Life Safety Code, ensuring egress doors are openable from inside without keys or tools.
Secondary: Westchester County Department of Health conducts inspections of public water supplies, semi-public pools, food service, and lead-paint hazards in homes built before 1978 under NY Public Health Law and 10 NYCRR.
Westchester County building permits issued at municipal level under NY Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code (19 NYCRR Part 1200+). County Department of Health permits required for septic, wells, and food establishments. Certificate of Occupancy required before use.
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