Belle Terre, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 123 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 123-10
Inspections
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The Chief Building Inspector and Village personnel who are engaged in the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter are authorized to make or cause to be made inspections to determine the condition of rental properties to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of the public. The Chief Building Inspector and Village personnel who are engaged in the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter are authorized to enter upon any rental property, with the consent of the owner or managing agent if the rental property is unoccupied or upon consent of the occupant if the rental property is occupied.
Section 123-10 of the Belle Terre Code of Ordinances authorizes the Chief Building Inspector and designated Village personnel to inspect rental properties in order to assess conditions that may affect public health, safety, and welfare. Entry onto an unoccupied rental property requires the consent of the owner or managing agent, while entry onto an occupied rental property requires the consent of the occupant. The provision establishes inspection authority but ties that authority to consent from the appropriate party depending on the property's occupancy status.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Belle Terre Code § 123-10, compliant property owners and managing agents generally cooperate with inspection requests from the Chief Building Inspector and authorized Village personnel when a rental unit is unoccupied. Operators who maintain rental properties in good condition and keep open lines of communication with Village enforcement staff tend to facilitate smooth inspection processes. Familiarity with the consent requirements outlined in this section helps owners and managers understand when their authorization is specifically required.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 123-10 of the Belle Terre Code of Ordinances establishes that Village inspectors may only enter an occupied rental unit with the occupant's consent, meaning tenants hold a meaningful role in the inspection process. Tenants who are aware of this provision understand that their agreement is a prerequisite before the Chief Building Inspector or Village personnel may lawfully enter. Tenants with questions about inspection rights or related housing conditions may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or review the full Belle Terre Code for additional context.
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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