Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 172 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 172-4
Exceeding occupancy restrictions prohibited; penalties for offense
Operative Text
A. No person either as landlord, lessor, lessee or occupant of any dwelling, premise, home, house or apartment shall lease, permit or allow such dwelling, premise, home, house or apartment to be occupied by more than one family. B. Penalties for offenses. Any person who shall lease, permit or allow such dwelling, premise, home, house or apartment to be occupied by more than one family shall be punished by and subject to a fine of not more than $500 or imprisonment for not more than 15 days, or both.
Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 172 § 172-4 prohibits any dwelling, home, or apartment within the jurisdiction from being occupied by more than one family, regardless of whether the person responsible is an owner, lessor, or occupant. Violations of this single-family occupancy rule can result in a fine of up to $500, imprisonment of up to 15 days, or both. The rule applies broadly to anyone who leases, permits, or allows such multi-family occupancy to occur.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 172 § 172-4, compliant property operators ensure that each dwelling unit they own or manage is occupied by no more than one family at a time. Landlords and lessors who permit multi-family occupancy—even passively—may face fines up to $500, jail time up to 15 days, or both. Operators generally review lease agreements and occupancy arrangements to confirm they align with this single-family restriction before and during any tenancy.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 172 § 172-4 establishes that occupants, not just landlords, can be held responsible if a dwelling is occupied by more than one family. Tenants who believe their landlord is pressuring them into an arrangement that violates this provision, or who have questions about how it applies to their living situation, may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or local housing authority for general guidance. Because penalties under this provision can include fines or imprisonment, understanding the occupancy rules before entering or modifying a lease arrangement is generally advisable.
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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