Amityville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 137 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 137-7
Authorization for inspections
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The submission of an application for a rental permit or the receipt of such permit shall be deemed an authorization by the owner to the Code Enforcement Officer or his designee to make or cause to be made inspections to determine the condition of the premises and to safeguard the health, safety, morals and welfare of the public. Such inspection shall be made at any reasonable time during daylight hours or at such other time as may be necessary in an emergency, without the further consent of the owner.
Under Amityville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 137 § 137-7, applying for or holding a rental permit is treated as the property owner's standing authorization for the Code Enforcement Officer—or an authorized designee—to inspect the rental premises. Inspections may occur at any reasonable time during daylight hours, or at any hour when an emergency requires it, without the owner needing to give separate consent each time. The purpose of these inspections is to assess the condition of the property and protect the health, safety, morals, and welfare of the public.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators who apply for or hold a rental permit in Amityville should be aware that, under § 137-7, that act itself constitutes ongoing authorization for Code Enforcement inspections during reasonable daylight hours. Compliant operators generally keep their rental units in a condition that meets applicable code standards at all times, not only when an inspection is anticipated. Maintaining organized records of repairs, maintenance, and any prior inspection reports can help demonstrate ongoing compliance when an inspector arrives.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 137-7 of Amityville's rental permit ordinance establishes that the Code Enforcement Officer has the authority to inspect rental properties for health, safety, and welfare concerns without requiring the landlord's separate consent each visit. If a tenant believes their unit has conditions that warrant inspection—such as structural hazards or habitability issues—they may consider contacting the Amityville Code Enforcement Office to request an inspection under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York housing law can also help residents understand what options are generally available when code concerns arise.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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