Lysander, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 195 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 195-22
Service buildings and other community service facilities
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A. The requirements of this section shall apply to service buildings, recreation buildings and other community service facilities when constructed, such as: (1) Management offices, repair shops and storage areas. (2) Laundry facilities. (3) Indoor recreation areas. B. Structural requirements for buildings. (1) All portions of the structure shall be properly protected from damage by ordinary use and by decay, corrosion, termites and other destructive elements. Exterior portions shall be of such materials and be so constructed and protected as to prevent the entrance or penetration of moisture and weather. (2) All rooms containing lavatory facilities shall: (a) Have sound-resistant walls extending to the ceiling between male and female sanitary facilities. Walls and partitions in lavatories and other plumbing facilities shall be constructed of dense, nonabsorbent, waterproof material or covered with moisture-resistant material. (b) Have at least one window or skylight facing directly to the outdoors. The minimum aggregate gross area of windows for each required room shall be not less than 10% of the floor area served by them. (c) Have at least one window which can easily be opened or a mechanical device which will adequately ventilate the room.
Section 195-22 of Lysander's Code of Ordinances establishes construction and structural standards for service buildings, recreation buildings, and community service facilities in what appear to be mobile home parks or similar developments. The rule requires that these structures resist decay, moisture, corrosion, and pests, and that exterior materials prevent weather penetration. Rooms containing lavatory facilities must meet specific requirements for wall construction, natural light (windows or skylights covering at least 10% of floor area), and ventilation through operable windows or mechanical systems.
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Operators managing properties subject to Lysander Code ch. 195 § 195-22 generally ensure that all service and community buildings are built and maintained with materials that resist moisture, decay, termites, and corrosion. Compliant facilities typically feature lavatories with sound-resistant, waterproof wall partitions separating male and female areas, along with windows or skylights meeting the 10% floor-area threshold for natural light. Ventilation in lavatory rooms is addressed either through operable windows or an adequate mechanical ventilation system, as required under § 195-22.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents living in communities governed by Lysander Code ch. 195 § 195-22 have an interest in knowing that shared service and recreation buildings are supposed to meet defined structural, moisture-resistance, and sanitation standards. If lavatories or community facilities appear to lack proper ventilation, adequate natural light, or waterproof wall surfaces, tenants may document the conditions and bring concerns to the attention of the local code enforcement office in Lysander. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available under § 195-22.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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