Endicott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 160 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 160-7
Inspections; right of entry
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A. Authorized. The enforcement officer is hereby authorized and directed to make inspections to determine whether the condition of dwellings, dwelling units and rooming units and premises located within the Village are in compliance with the requirements of this chapter. B. Right of entry. For the purpose set forth in Subsection A and in order that he may perform his duty of safeguarding the health and safety of the occupants of such dwelling and the general public, the enforcement officer is hereby authorized to enter, examine and survey at reasonable times all dwellings, dwelling units and premises with the permission of the occupant and/or owner. However, such inspections shall be made upon request to the owner or manager and/or occupant of the premises to be inspected and at the convenience of such owner or manager and/or occupant. In the event that access to such dwelling or premises cannot be obtained by permission, the enforcement officer, if he has reason to believe that any part of said dwelling or premises is in violation of one or more of the provisions of this chapter, may apply to a Justice of the Supreme Court or any other court of competent jurisdiction of the State of New York, upon affidavit, for an order directing that said enforcement officer have access to said dwelling or premises for the purpose of making his inspection. Upon the granting of a court order, the enforcement officer shall thereupon proceed to make such inspection.
Under Endicott, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 160 § 160-7, the Village's enforcement officer is empowered to inspect dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units, and their premises to check compliance with Chapter 160's housing standards. Inspections are generally conducted with the permission of the owner, manager, or occupant and at a time convenient to them. If access is refused, the enforcement officer may seek a court order from a New York court of competent jurisdiction to compel entry for inspection purposes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 160-7, compliant property owners and managers in Endicott typically cooperate with the enforcement officer's inspection requests and work to schedule visits at mutually convenient times. Maintaining properties in accordance with Chapter 160 standards reduces the likelihood that an inspection will identify violations. Operators who are aware that the enforcement officer can seek a court order when access is denied generally understand the importance of facilitating reasonable inspection requests.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 160-7 establishes that inspections of your dwelling are ordinarily conducted with occupant permission and at a time that is convenient for you, meaning you have a recognized role in the scheduling process. If you believe your unit has conditions that may violate Chapter 160, you may contact the Village's enforcement officer to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations in New York can provide general information about how the inspection and enforcement process works and what options may be available to occupants.
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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