Cal. Civ. Code § 115
Interior water-closets and bathrooms
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§ 115. Interior water-closets and bathrooms. Interior water-closet compartments and bathrooms contained in fireproof multiple dwellings shall comply with the applicable provisions of section seventy-six.
N.Y. Mult. Dwell. Law § 115 establishes that interior water-closet compartments and bathrooms located within fireproof multiple dwellings are not exempt from the broader sanitary and structural standards set out in section seventy-six of the same law. In effect, the rule closes a potential gap by confirming that these interior spaces must meet the same applicable requirements as other covered facilities. The provision does not create new standards of its own but instead extends an existing framework to these specific rooms.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under N.Y. Mult. Dwell. Law § 115, operators of fireproof multiple dwellings are generally expected to ensure that every interior water-closet compartment and bathroom meets the applicable requirements referenced in section seventy-six. Compliant operators typically audit these spaces alongside other regulated areas of the building rather than treating them as a separate or lesser category. Maintaining documentation of inspections and any remediation work in these rooms can support a showing of ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.Y. Mult. Dwell. Law § 115 confirms that tenants in fireproof multiple dwellings are entitled to have interior bathrooms and water-closet compartments held to the standards set out in section seventy-six, not a lower standard. If a tenant believes these spaces fall short of those requirements, general enforcement paths include raising the condition with the building owner in writing, filing a complaint with the local housing or building department, or contacting a tenant-rights organization for guidance. Documented conditions—such as photographs and written communications—can be relevant when pursuing any of these avenues.
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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