Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-104
Lighting fixtures in bathrooms
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A. Required. Every bathroom, shower room, toilet room or compartment located in a structure used for human habitation shall have permanently installed artificial lighting fixtures. B. Rules and regulations. Bathrooms, shower rooms, toilet rooms or compartments must have permanently installed artificial lighting fixtures, and the switches shall be so located as to avoid danger of electrical hazards.
Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-104 establishes that every bathroom, shower room, toilet room, or compartment in a residential structure must be equipped with permanently installed artificial lighting fixtures. The rule also requires that light switches in these spaces be positioned in a way that avoids electrical hazards. This applies to all structures used for human habitation within the jurisdiction.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-104, compliant residential property operators ensure that every bathroom, shower room, toilet room, and compartment has permanently installed artificial lighting—not portable or temporary fixtures. Operators also verify that light switches in these spaces are placed to minimize electrical hazard risks, such as keeping them away from water sources. Routine property inspections typically include checking that these fixtures and switch placements meet the standard set by this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-104 gives residents a basis to expect permanently installed artificial lighting in every bathroom, shower room, toilet room, or compartment of their home. If a rental unit lacks such fixtures or has switches positioned in a potentially hazardous location, tenants may have grounds to raise this as a housing code violation. General enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with the local housing or code enforcement office, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options.
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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