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What is NYC AC § 27-738?

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This section mandates that all bathrooms and toilet rooms must have artificial illumination capable of producing an average intensity of at least ten foot candles, measured at thirty inches above the floor. Applies to building owners responsible for compliance with lighting standards in these facilities.

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§ 27-738 Bathrooms and toilet rooms.

AC § 27-738

In all bathrooms and toilet rooms, the required means for producing artificial illumination shall be capable of producing an average intensity of not less than ten foot candles, when measured at thirty inches above the floor.

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