Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 158-65
Identification of inspectors
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Inspectors and authorized personnel of the Building Inspector's Department shall be supplied with official identification and, upon request, shall exhibit such identification when entering any dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit or premises.
Under Evans, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-65, inspectors and other authorized personnel from the Building Inspector's Department are required to carry official identification credentials whenever they enter residential properties, including dwellings, dwelling units, rooming houses, rooming units, or premises. If a resident or property owner asks to see identification, the inspector must present it before or during the entry. This rule establishes a baseline of accountability for government-initiated property inspections.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 158-65, property owners and managers can expect that any Building Inspector's Department personnel arriving to inspect a dwelling or premises will carry official identification. A compliant operator generally notes whether identification was presented upon request and keeps a record of inspection visits, including the name and credentials of the inspector. Familiarity with this provision helps operators distinguish authorized inspectors from unauthorized individuals claiming official status.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 158-65 of the Evans Code of Ordinances gives residents the right to ask any Building Inspector's Department inspector or authorized personnel to show official identification before allowing entry into a dwelling unit or rooming unit. If an inspector cannot or will not produce identification upon request, tenants may note that fact and consider contacting the Building Inspector's Department directly to verify the visit. Tenant-rights organizations can provide general guidance on how this provision interacts with broader rights around inspection access.
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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