Cal. Civ. Code § 116
Water-closets in certain class B multiple dwellings
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§ 116. Water-closets in certain class B multiple dwellings. Water-closets contained in certain class B multiple dwellings shall comply with the applicable provisions of section seventy-six.
N.Y. Mult. Dwell. Law § 116 establishes that water-closets (toilets and their enclosures) located in certain class B multiple dwellings must meet the standards set out in section 76 of the same law. Class B multiple dwellings are generally buildings occupied transiently, such as hotels or rooming houses, as distinguished from class A residential buildings. The provision functions as a cross-reference, incorporating the requirements of section 76 into the regulatory framework governing these specific class B facilities.
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Operators of class B multiple dwellings covered by N.Y. Mult. Dwell. Law § 116 generally ensure that all water-closet facilities in their buildings conform to the applicable standards found in section 76, which address matters such as number, placement, and condition of those fixtures. Compliance-minded operators routinely inspect these facilities and document their condition to demonstrate adherence to both § 116 and the underlying section 76 requirements. Consulting the full text of section 76 alongside § 116 is a common step when evaluating whether existing or planned facilities meet the statutory standard.
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Residents or occupants of certain class B multiple dwellings, such as rooming houses or transient hotels, have an interest in knowing that N.Y. Mult. Dwell. Law § 116 requires water-closet facilities in their building to meet the standards referenced in section 76. If those facilities appear to fall short of those standards, occupants can document the conditions and consider raising the issue with the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development or the relevant local housing authority, or contacting a tenant-rights organization for guidance. A violation of § 116 may also be relevant as a defense or counterclaim in certain housing 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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