Cal. Civ. Code § 5:10-12.4
Mirrors
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In all hotels and multiple dwellings in which there are one or more self-service elevators, there shall be affixed and maintained in each elevator a mirror that will enable persons, prior to entering into such elevator, to view the inside thereof to determine whether any person is in such elevator.
Under N.J.A.C. § 5:10-12.4, any hotel or multiple dwelling that operates one or more self-service elevators is required to have a mirror installed inside each such elevator. The mirror must be positioned so that a person standing outside the elevator can see the interior before stepping in. The requirement applies both to the initial installation and to the ongoing maintenance of the mirror.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to N.J.A.C. § 5:10-12.4 generally ensure that every self-service elevator in their hotel or multiple dwelling is equipped with a properly positioned mirror that gives a clear view of the cab interior from the outside. Compliant operators also include mirror condition as part of routine elevator and building maintenance inspections, replacing or repairing any mirror that becomes damaged, obscured, or dislodged. Keeping maintenance records that document the mirror's condition over time is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.A.C. § 5:10-12.4 establishes a right for occupants of hotels and multiple dwellings to have a functioning mirror in every self-service elevator, allowing them to see inside before entering. If a mirror is missing, broken, or positioned in a way that does not allow a clear view of the elevator interior, tenants can document the condition and report it to the local housing or code enforcement office in their municipality. Tenant-rights organizations can also provide general guidance on how to raise a building-code violation of this kind, including whether it may be relevant to other housing complaints.
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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