Farmingdale, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 437 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 437-4
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A. The Superintendent of the Department of Buildings and or his or her assistants shall be responsible for investigating and documenting violations of any case of illegal occupancy within the Village. B. Prosecutions for violations hereunder may be instituted in the Village Justice Court or in the District Court of the County of Nassau. C. The Village Attorney may, upon direction of the Board of Trustees, institute an action in the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Nassau, for appropriate relief where it appears under the circumstances that the imposition of a fine alone would not be adequate.
Section 437-4 of Farmingdale's Code of Ordinances establishes how illegal occupancy violations are investigated and prosecuted within the Village. The Superintendent of the Department of Buildings (or designated assistants) is responsible for identifying and documenting such violations. Cases may be brought in Village Justice Court or Nassau County District Court, and when a fine alone would be insufficient, the Village Attorney can seek broader relief in Nassau County Supreme Court.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 437-4, property owners in Farmingdale should be aware that the Department of Buildings Superintendent has authority to investigate and document any suspected illegal occupancy on their properties. Compliant operators generally ensure that all occupancies conform to applicable Village codes to avoid prosecution in Village Justice Court or Nassau County District Court. In more serious cases, the Village Attorney may pursue action in State Supreme Court, meaning potential consequences can extend well beyond a simple fine.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 437-4 gives tenants context about who enforces illegal occupancy rules in Farmingdale — namely, the Department of Buildings Superintendent and, where necessary, the Village Attorney. If a tenant believes their living situation involves an illegal occupancy, they may contact the Department of Buildings to report conditions or seek information about documented violations. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Nassau County housing law can help residents understand what enforcement actions under § 437-4 might mean for their housing situation.
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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