New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 18 - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter II - Regulations of the Department of Social Services
Subchapter C - Social Services
Article 4 - Residential Programs for Victimes of Domestic Violence
Part 453 - Standards For Domestic Violence Shelters and Mixed Occupancy Shelter
Section 453.3 - General requirements for operation

(a) In addition to the requirements specified in Part 452 of this Title, buildings, equipment and services must be adequate to meet the physical and social needs of all residents and to protect their health, safety, comfort, and well-being.

(b) Programs must comply with all applicable local and State codes, regulations, ordinances and laws relating to health, safety, sanitation, fire prevention and building standards.

(c) All requirements of this Part and Part 452 of this Title must be met unless an exception has been granted pursuant to section 452.3(f) of this Title.