Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 12-104
Electric fixtures in bathrooms
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Every bathroom, shower room, toilet room or compartment located in a structure used for human habitation shall have permanently installed artificial lighting fixtures.
Section 12-104 of Tuckahoe's Code of Ordinances requires that every bathroom, shower room, toilet room, or similar compartment in a residential structure be equipped with permanently installed artificial lighting fixtures. The rule applies to the structure itself, meaning the lighting must be a fixed installation rather than a portable or temporary solution. This is a baseline habitability standard for all spaces used for human habitation in Tuckahoe, New York.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Tuckahoe Code ch. 12 § 12-104, compliant residential property operators ensure that every bathroom, shower room, toilet room, and comparable compartment in their buildings has permanently installed artificial lighting fixtures — not plug-in lamps or temporary workarounds. Routine property inspections typically include verifying that these fixtures remain functional and properly installed. Addressing any missing or removed fixtures promptly helps maintain compliance with this habitability requirement.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tuckahoe Code ch. 12 § 12-104 establishes that tenants in residential dwellings have a right to permanently installed artificial lighting in every bathroom, shower room, toilet room, or similar compartment. If a rental unit lacks such fixtures or if existing fixtures have been removed, this provision may be relevant to a habitability complaint filed with the appropriate local code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Tuckahoe or Westchester County housing standards can help explain what options may be available in a given situation.
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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