N.Y. Multiple Dwelling Law § 12: Prohibited uses

§ 12. Prohibited uses. 1. It shall be unlawful to use any multiple

dwelling or any part of the lot or premises thereof for the purpose of

prostitution or assignation of any description.

2. It shall be unlawful to keep any horse, cow, calf, swine, rabbit,

sheep, goat, chicken or duck, or any pigeon except Antwerp or homing

pigeons, in or on any multiple dwelling or on the lot or premises

thereof unless permitted by and in accordance with local law or

regulation.

3. It shall be unlawful to use any multiple dwelling or any part of

the lot or premises thereof for the keeping, storing or handling of any

combustible article or any article dangerous or detrimental to life or

health, unless a permit is obtained for such use in conformity with

provisions prescribed by local law, and where such local law does not

exist, in conformity with provisions prescribed by the fire department.