Cal. Civ. Code § 250
Water-closets
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§ 250. Water-closets. Water-closet compartments in tenements shall comply with the applicable provisions of section seventy-six.
New York Multiple Dwelling Law § 250 establishes that water-closet compartments located in tenement buildings must meet the standards set out in section 76 of the same law. In effect, the rule ties the requirements for toilet facilities in tenements directly to a separate, more detailed set of building specifications. The provision functions as a cross-reference, meaning the substantive requirements for these spaces are governed by § 76's applicable terms.
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Under N.Y. Mult. Dwell. Law § 250, operators of tenement properties are responsible for ensuring that water-closet compartments conform to the applicable requirements found in § 76 of the Multiple Dwelling Law. Compliant operators generally review both provisions together, since § 250 incorporates § 76's standards by reference rather than restating them independently. Property managers conducting routine inspections or planning renovations typically consult § 76 to confirm that toilet compartment dimensions, ventilation, and related conditions meet the cross-referenced specifications.
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 § 250 gives tenants in tenement buildings a basis to expect that water-closet compartments in their building meet the standards incorporated from § 76. If a toilet compartment appears to fall short of those standards, tenants may have the option of documenting the condition and raising the issue with a local housing or building code enforcement agency. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York's Multiple Dwelling Law can help residents understand what § 76's applicable provisions require and what general enforcement paths, such as filing a complaint or raising a violation as a defense in a housing proceeding, may be available.
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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