New York Laws
Title 3 - Sanitation and Health
174 - Repairs and Cleanliness.

ยง 174. Repairs and cleanliness. The owner shall keep all and every
part of a dwelling and the lot on which it is situated in good repair,
clean and free from vermin, rodents, dirt, filth, garbage or other thing
or matter dangerous to life or health; but the tenant shall also be
liable if a violation is caused by his own wilful act, assistance or
negligence or that of any member of his family or household or his
guests.