N.Y. MRE Law § 174
This is the official text of N.Y. MRE Law § 174, part of New York’s MRE Law — part of the compiled statutory law of New York, published by the state as "MRE Law." Browse the sections below, each linked to its official government source.
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Repairs and cleanliness
Official statutory text
§ 174. Repairs and cleanliness. The owner shall keep all and every\npart of a dwelling and the lot on which it is situated in good repair,\nclean and free from vermin, rodents, dirt, filth, garbage or other thing\nor matter dangerous to life or health; but the tenant shall also be\nliable if a violation is caused by his own wilful act, assistance or\nnegligence or that of any member of his family or household or his\nguests.\n
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