Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 147-59
Artificial lighting in residential buildings
Operative Text
A. Installation. 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. Switches. There shall be a switch or other means for controlling a light in each dwelling unit near the point of entrance to each unit.
Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 § 147-59 establishes baseline electrical and lighting standards for residential buildings. Every residential building must be wired for electricity, with lighting equipment installed throughout each space sufficient for that space's intended purpose, and the wiring must connect to an adequate power source. Additionally, each 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. 147 § 147-59, compliant residential property operators ensure that all spaces in their buildings are equipped with properly installed lighting adequate for each area's intended use, with wiring connected to a reliable power source. Operators also verify that each dwelling unit has a functioning light switch or equivalent control device positioned near the unit's entry point. Routine inspections of electrical systems and lighting fixtures help confirm ongoing compliance with these requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 147-59 of Spring Valley's Code of Ordinances gives residential tenants the right to expect adequate lighting throughout their building and a working light switch near the entrance of their individual unit. If a unit lacks proper lighting or an entrance switch, tenants may document the deficiency and report it to the appropriate local housing or building code enforcement authority in Spring Valley. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available under local code enforcement procedures.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
Effective Timeline
References Out
No outbound references recorded yet for this provision.
References In
Rules and statutes that cite this regulation