Freeport, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 128 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 128-53
Mandatory window guards
Operative Text
A. Any and all windows requiring a window guard pursuant to this article shall be so equipped on or before September 1, 2007. B. Any and all windows requiring a window guard, where an occupant so requires same, shall be properly installed prior to such occupation of the rental unit.
Section 128-53 of Freeport's Code of Ordinances establishes two timing requirements for mandatory window guard installation. First, all windows that were already required to have guards under the article had to be equipped with them by September 1, 2007. Second, for any window requiring a guard where an occupant requests one, the guard must be properly installed before that occupant moves into the rental unit.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 128-53, compliant rental property operators ensure that every window covered by the window guard article was brought into compliance by the September 1, 2007 deadline, and that any window guard required by an incoming occupant is fully installed before that tenant takes possession of the unit. Operators generally maintain records of guard installations and address new occupancy situations before handing over keys. Staying current with the broader requirements of Chapter 128 helps ensure that the correct windows are identified and equipped in a timely manner.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 128-53 gives tenants the right to have required window guards installed before they move into a rental unit, not after. If a window guard that should be in place under Chapter 128 is missing at the time of occupancy, that may constitute a violation of this provision. Tenants who believe this requirement has not been met can document the condition, raise it with the landlord in writing, contact the Village of Freeport's code enforcement office, or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options.
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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