Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-72
Bathroom floors
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A. Water resistance. Bathroom, shower room and toilet room or compartment floors of every structure used for human habitation shall be water resistant. B. Rules and regulations. The floor surface of every bathroom, shower room and toilet room or compartment shall be constructed or covered with a moisture-resistant finish or material. Such floors shall be kept in a dry, clean and sanitary condition.
Section 190-72 of the Newburgh Code of Ordinances establishes that floors in bathrooms, shower rooms, and toilet rooms within any residential structure must be water resistant and finished with a moisture-resistant material. These floors must also be maintained in a dry, clean, and sanitary condition at all times. The rule applies to the construction, covering, and ongoing upkeep of these floor surfaces.
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Under § 190-72, compliant residential property operators ensure that all bathroom, shower room, and toilet room floors are surfaced with water- or moisture-resistant materials—such as tile, sealed concrete, or similar finishes—from the outset. Ongoing maintenance practices include keeping these floors dry, clean, and sanitary, which typically means promptly addressing leaks, deteriorating grout, or damaged flooring materials. Routine inspections of these spaces help operators identify and correct conditions that could bring a property out of compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 190-72 gives residents of Newburgh rental housing a basis to expect that bathroom, shower room, and toilet room floors are properly water-resistant and kept in a dry, clean, and sanitary condition. If a floor in one of these rooms is deteriorating, retaining moisture, or otherwise failing to meet this standard, tenants may document the condition and report it to the appropriate local code enforcement authority in Newburgh. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand the general options available when a landlord does not address conditions covered by § 190-72.
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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