Brightwaters, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 107 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 107-13
Search without warrant restricted
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Nothing in this chapter, except for provisions concerning emergency inspections, shall be deemed to authorize the Village Building Inspector or his authorized representative to conduct an inspection of any premises subject to this chapter without the consent of the owner and/or occupant of the premises and without a warrant duly issued by an appropriate court.
Section 107-13 of Brightwaters, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 107 limits the authority of the Village Building Inspector to enter and inspect rental or regulated premises. Except in emergency situations addressed elsewhere in the chapter, an inspection may not take place unless the owner or occupant consents or a court has issued a valid warrant. This provision preserves constitutional protections against unreasonable searches within the local inspection framework.
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Under § 107-13, a compliant property owner or manager understands that the Village Building Inspector generally cannot enter and inspect a property without either the owner's or occupant's consent or a court-issued warrant, outside of emergency circumstances. Operators familiar with this provision typically know they have the right to ask whether a warrant has been obtained before allowing a non-emergency inspection to proceed. Keeping clear records of any consent given or warrants presented can be a useful part of routine property management practice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 107-13 of Chapter 107 establishes that occupants of a premises have a recognized role in the inspection consent process — a Building Inspector ordinarily cannot conduct a non-emergency inspection without either the occupant's consent or a court-issued warrant. Tenants who believe an inspection was conducted without proper authorization may have grounds to raise that issue through appropriate channels, such as contacting the Village of Brightwaters directly or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with New York housing law. Understanding this provision can help occupants recognize when an inspection request falls within or outside the boundaries the ordinance sets.
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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