Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 158-43
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A. Residential buildings and occupancies shall be wired for electricity, and lighting equipment shall be installed throughout to provide adequate illumination for the intended use of each space. The electric wiring system shall be connected to an adequate source of supply. B. There shall be a switch or other means for controlling a light in each dwelling unit near the point of entrance to such unit.
Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-43 establishes that residential buildings must be wired for electricity and equipped with lighting fixtures sufficient to adequately illuminate each space for its intended purpose. The electrical system must be connected to a functioning power source. Additionally, every dwelling unit must have a switch or equivalent control for a light located near the unit's entrance.
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Under § 158-43, compliant residential property operators ensure that all areas of their buildings are properly wired and fitted with lighting capable of adequately illuminating each space as it is used. Operators also verify that each dwelling unit has a functioning light switch or equivalent control device positioned near the unit's entrance. Routine inspections of wiring connections and lighting equipment help confirm that the electrical supply remains adequate and that all fixtures are in working order.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 158-43 of the Evans Code of Ordinances gives tenants the right to live in a dwelling unit that is properly wired, adequately lit throughout, and equipped with a light switch near the entrance. If a rental unit lacks adequate lighting or a functioning entrance light control, that condition may constitute a code violation that tenants can report to the local code enforcement or housing authority. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how to document conditions and what general options—such as filing a complaint or raising a violation as a defense—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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