Cedarhurst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 196 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 196-19
Presumptive evidence of owner's residence
Operative Text
A. It shall be presumed that an owner of a dwelling unit does not reside within said dwelling unit if one or more of the following sets forth an address which is different than that of the dwelling unit: (1) Voter registration; (2) Motor vehicle registration; (3) Driver's license; or (4) Any other document filed with a public agency. B. All of the foregoing may be rebutted by evidence presented to the Code Enforcement Officer or any court of competent jurisdiction.
Cedarhurst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 196 § 196-19 establishes a legal presumption about owner-occupancy of a dwelling unit. If public records such as voter registration, motor vehicle registration, a driver's license, or any other document filed with a public agency list an address different from the dwelling unit, the law presumes the owner does not live there. This presumption is not absolute — it can be challenged and overturned by presenting contrary evidence to the Code Enforcement Officer or a court of competent jurisdiction.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 196 § 196-19, operators who claim owner-occupancy status for a dwelling unit should be aware that public records are treated as presumptive evidence of where they reside. Compliant owner-occupants generally ensure that documents such as their driver's license, voter registration, and vehicle registration reflect the address of the dwelling unit they claim as their residence. When a discrepancy exists, an owner may present rebuttal evidence to the Code Enforcement Officer or a court to demonstrate actual residency.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 196-19 of Cedarhurst's Code of Ordinances gives tenants a potential avenue to challenge an owner's claim of residency by pointing to public records — such as voter registration, motor vehicle registration, or a driver's license — that list a different address. If such records show a different address, the law presumes the owner does not actually live in the unit, which may be relevant in disputes where owner-occupancy affects tenant rights. Tenants who believe this provision applies to their situation may consider raising it before the Code Enforcement Officer, a court of competent jurisdiction, or by consulting a tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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