The 'Tenement House Act' of 1867 in New York was an example of urbanization problems outside of Europe. It required:
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Correct answer: A window in every room and a fire escape for every building
Tenements were notorious for being 'dark rooms' with no ventilation. This act was one of the first to mandate basic safety and health standards for the immigrant populations living in New York's densely packed neighborhoods.
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