NY Executive Law 378 and 19 NYCRR Part 1225 require smoke alarms in all dwellings. As of April 2019, all new or replacement battery-operated smoke alarms sold in NY must be sealed 10-year lithium battery units.
Required on every story, inside and outside each sleeping area. Hardwired interconnected alarms required in new construction. CO alarms required under Amanda's Law within 15 feet of each sleeping area if home has fuel-burning appliance or attached garage. Enforced by local code enforcement officers in each Rensselaer County municipality.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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