Cal. Civ. Code § 5:10-15.1
Sufficiency of source and system
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Every multiple dwelling and hotel shall be connected to a source of and system for delivery of potable water sufficient to meet the requirements for hot and cold water at all connected fixtures.
Under N.J.A.C. § 5:10-15.1, every multiple dwelling and hotel in New Jersey must be connected to a potable water source and a delivery system capable of supplying both hot and cold water to all fixtures throughout the building. The rule sets a baseline standard of sufficiency, meaning the water supply must actually meet the demands of every connected fixture, not merely exist in some nominal form. This applies to the building as a whole, regardless of the number of units or the type of fixtures installed.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of multiple dwellings and hotels subject to N.J.A.C. § 5:10-15.1 generally maintain an active connection to a potable water source and ensure the distribution system delivers adequate hot and cold water to every fixture in the building. Compliant operators routinely inspect plumbing infrastructure to confirm that water pressure, temperature, and supply volume meet the needs of all connected fixtures simultaneously. Documented maintenance records and prompt responses to system deficiencies are hallmarks of properties that remain in conformance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.A.C. § 5:10-15.1 establishes a right for occupants of multiple dwellings and hotels to have access to sufficient hot and cold potable water at every fixture in their unit and common areas. If a tenant experiences inadequate or absent water supply, that condition may constitute a violation of this provision, which can be raised as a habitability concern with local housing inspectors or the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand available complaint processes, including how a documented violation under this section might factor into broader housing code enforcement.
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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