Irondequoit, NY Rental Property Rules: Repairs & Habitability (2026)

The habitability standards for rentals in the Town of Irondequoit sit in § 177-5B of Chapter 177, Rental Properties. Each application for a certificate of registration includes an affidavit by the owner affirming that the rental dwelling unit or units meet nine listed conditions. The first is full compliance with all applicable federal, state or local laws, especially the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. Another requires operational smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as that code requires.

The exterior conditions are specific. Exterior walls and foundations must be maintained and free of holes and crevices. Exterior doors, windows, skylights and similar openings must be secured and weathertight. Exterior stairs, porches, entrance platforms, fire escapes and their railings must be in a safe and sound condition. Roofs must be weathertight and secured by normal means, and roof drains, gutters and downspouts must be in good repair and free from obstructions. Exterior surfaces must be in good condition. Interior living spaces, including kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms, must comply with the state code.

The affidavit also states that the owner has received and read Chapter 94 (Brush, Grass and Weeds), Chapter 192, Article II (Collection and Disposal of solid waste) and § 235-77A of the zoning chapter on off-street parking, and understands the duty to comply.

The standards are enforced at registration. Under § 177-8 the Code Enforcement Official, an employee of the Department of Community Development such as the Building Inspector, Fire Marshal or a Code Enforcement Officer, confirms compliance with the Town Code or the state code and rejects any application for a property found not in compliance. Under § 177-3B the chapter supplements other laws, and the more restrictive provision prevails in a conflict. Residents who believe the standards are not being met can request a courtesy inspection under § 177-6.