# WAC 246-358-070: WAC 246-358-070. Electricity and lighting

> Washington · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_070

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 246-358-070
- **Heading:** WAC 246-358-070. Electricity and lighting
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 246 / Chapter 246-358 / Section 246-358-070

## Text

The operator shall ensure that:
(1) Electricity is supplied to all dwelling units and common facilities, except chemical toilets.
(2) All electrical wiring, fixtures, and electrical equipment must:
(a) Comply with the electrical standards of the department of labor and industries regulations, chapters 19.28 RCW, 296-46B WAC, and local ordinances; and
(b) Be maintained in a safe condition.
(3) Each habitable room must have at least:
(a) One ceiling-type light fixture; and
(b) At least one separate floor-type or wall-type convenience outlet.
(4) Laundry, toilet facilities, and bathing facilities have at least one ceiling-type or wall-type light fixture.
(5) General lighting and task lighting within all facilities is adequate to carry on normal daily activities.
(6) Adequate lighting is provided for safe passage for occupants to handwashing sinks and toilets. Lighting requirements may be met by natural or artificial means.
(7) Lighting provided for tents is compliant with WAC 246-358-077 .

## Nearby sections

- [WAC 246-358-001 WAC 246-358-001. Purpose and applicability](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_001.md)
- [WAC 246-358-010 WAC 246-358-010. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_010.md)
- [WAC 246-358-015 WAC 246-358-015. Technical assistance — Notice of violation](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_015.md)
- [WAC 246-358-025 WAC 246-358-025. Licensure](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_025.md)
- [WAC 246-358-027 WAC 246-358-027. Requirements for self-survey program](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_027.md)
- [WAC 246-358-028 WAC 246-358-028. Enforcement](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_028.md)
- [WAC 246-358-029 WAC 246-358-029. Maximum TWH capacity](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_029.md)
- [WAC 246-358-040 WAC 246-358-040. Variance and procedure](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_040.md)
- [WAC 246-358-045 WAC 246-358-045. Temporary worker housing sites](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_045.md)
- [WAC 246-358-050 WAC 246-358-050. TWH management plan](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_050.md)
- [WAC 246-358-055 WAC 246-358-055. Water supply](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_055.md)
- [WAC 246-358-065 WAC 246-358-065. Sewage disposal](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_065.md)
- [WAC 246-358-070 WAC 246-358-070. Electricity and lighting](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_070.md)
- [WAC 246-358-075 WAC 246-358-075. Building requirements and maintenance](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_358_075.md)

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