Floors shall be of such construction as to be easily cleaned and shall be kept clean and in good repair. If carpeting or similar material is used for floor covering, it shall be of a light color with a single loop pile or not more than one-quarter inch in height. Such floor covering shall be kept clean by vacuuming at least daily and shampooing at least annually and more frequently if the covering is not clean.
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 10 § 10.13