Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.12 § 15.12.130
Water supply
Operative Text
The owner shall provide the occupant of every dwelling, dwelling unit and rooming unit a supply of water sufficient in quantity and pressure to meet the ordinary needs of the occupant, connected with the public water supply system, or with any other source that the board of health has determined does not endanger the health of any potential user. (See section 15.12.200 .)
Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.12 § 15.12.130 establishes that every dwelling, dwelling unit, and rooming unit must be served by a water supply that is adequate in both quantity and pressure for ordinary occupant needs. That supply must connect to the public water system or to an alternative source that the local board of health has formally determined poses no health risk to users. The provision cross-references § 15.12.200 for related requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.12 § 15.12.130, compliant property operators maintain a water connection to the public system — or document board of health approval for any alternative source — and ensure that water pressure and volume are sufficient for the ordinary daily needs of all occupants across every dwelling, dwelling unit, and rooming unit they manage. Operators generally keep records of any board of health determinations regarding non-public water sources and address pressure or supply deficiencies promptly. Reviewing the related standards in § 15.12.200 is also part of maintaining full compliance with Lawrence's water-supply requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.12 § 15.12.130 gives occupants of dwellings, dwelling units, and rooming units the right to a water supply that meets ordinary needs in both quantity and pressure. If water service is inadequate or the source lacks board of health approval, a tenant may have grounds to raise that shortfall as a housing-code violation — options can include reporting the condition to Lawrence's code enforcement or health department, or contacting a local tenant-rights organization for guidance. The related provision at § 15.12.200 may also be relevant when evaluating the full scope of water-supply obligations.
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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