Cal. Civ. Code § 8
General application to all dwellings
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§ 8. General application to all dwellings. Except as otherwise specifically provided in this chapter, every multiple dwelling shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with all applicable requirements of this chapter and other applicable laws.
N.Y. Mult. Resid. Law § 8 establishes a baseline rule that every multiple dwelling in New York must be both built and kept up in conformity with all relevant requirements of the Multiple Residence Law as well as any other applicable laws, unless a specific exception is stated elsewhere in the chapter. The provision operates as a catch-all, meaning no multiple dwelling is exempt from the chapter's standards simply because a particular section does not name it explicitly. Its effect is to tie together the various requirements of the law into a single, broadly applicable obligation covering construction and ongoing maintenance.
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Under N.Y. Mult. Resid. Law § 8, operators and owners of multiple dwellings generally ensure that their properties meet applicable building, housing, and maintenance standards from the moment of construction through the entire period of occupancy. Compliant operators typically conduct regular inspections, address maintenance deficiencies promptly, and stay current with changes to local and state laws that may apply to their buildings. Because § 8 functions as a general umbrella provision, property managers often review the full chapter—and other applicable laws—when assessing whether a building meets its legal obligations.
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 § 8 reflects a broad legal standard that multiple dwellings must be constructed and maintained in accordance with all applicable requirements, which can be relevant to tenants experiencing conditions that fall short of those standards. Tenants who believe their building is not being maintained in compliance with applicable laws may have options such as raising a violation as a defense in a housing proceeding, filing a complaint with a local housing or building department, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general information. Because § 8 applies broadly across multiple dwellings, it can be a relevant provision when evaluating whether a landlord's maintenance obligations are being met.
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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