Cal. Civ. Code § 40
Repairs and cleanliness
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§ 40. Repairs and cleanliness. All old multiple dwellings shall be maintained in conformity with the provisions of section one hundred seventy-four.
Under N.Y. Mult. Resid. Law § 40, every 'old multiple dwelling' — a category defined elsewhere in the law — must be kept in compliance with the standards set out in section 174 of the same statute. Section 174 establishes baseline requirements for repairs and cleanliness that apply to the building as a whole. This provision makes those standards a continuing legal obligation, not a one-time threshold to meet at construction or occupancy.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Owners and managers of old multiple dwellings subject to N.Y. Mult. Resid. Law § 40 are generally expected to maintain ongoing compliance with the repair and cleanliness standards referenced in section 174, rather than treating those standards as satisfied by a single inspection or repair event. Compliant operators typically conduct regular building inspections, address deterioration promptly, and keep records of maintenance activity. Familiarity with how the law defines 'old multiple dwelling' helps operators determine whether their property falls within the scope of this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.Y. Mult. Resid. Law § 40 gives tenants in old multiple dwellings a legal basis to point to when a building is not being kept in repair or cleanliness as required under section 174. Tenants who believe their building falls short of these standards may consider documenting conditions, raising the violation in housing court proceedings, or filing a complaint with the local housing or building enforcement agency. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand whether their building qualifies as an 'old multiple dwelling' and what enforcement options 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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