Oneida, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 77 § 77-49
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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. Each electrical 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 the unit.
Oneida, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 77 § 77-49 establishes that residential buildings must be wired for electricity and equipped with lighting fixtures sufficient to adequately illuminate every space for its intended purpose. Each wiring system must connect to an adequate power source. Additionally, every dwelling unit must have a switch or equivalent control for a light located near the unit's entrance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 77 § 77-49, compliant residential property operators ensure that all spaces in their buildings are wired for electricity and fitted with lighting equipment that provides adequate illumination suited to each room's intended use. Operators also verify that each dwelling unit has a functioning light switch or equivalent control device positioned near the entrance to the unit. Routine inspections of wiring connections and lighting controls help confirm that these baseline requirements are consistently met across all units.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 77-49 of Oneida's Code of Ordinances gives residents the right to adequate electrical lighting throughout their dwelling, including a light switch or control near the unit's entrance. If lighting equipment is missing, non-functional, or insufficient for a space's intended use, tenants may document the condition and report it to the local code enforcement or housing authority. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand available options, such as filing a formal complaint or raising a housing code violation in relevant proceedings.
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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