Glen Cove, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 168 § 168-59
Inspection
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A. The Building Department Administrator and his or her representatives shall be authorized, in the performance of their duties, to conduct inspections of premises, or parts of premises, at such times and in such manner as they may find convenient or necessary, with the consent of the person in possession or occupancy. B. If admission is refused or cannot be obtained from the person in possession or occupancy, the Building Department Administrator or his or her representatives shall be authorized to obtain a warrant to make an inspection, provided that reasonable or probable cause is shown. C. In case of an emergency, the Building Department Administrator or his or her representatives may, without a warrant, enter any premises, or parts of premises, to inspect the same, at any time, without the permission of the person in possession or occupancy.
Glen Cove Code of Ordinances ch. 168 § 168-59 establishes the conditions under which the Building Department Administrator and authorized representatives may inspect rental premises. Routine inspections generally require the consent of whoever is in possession or occupancy, but officials may seek a court-issued warrant if entry is refused and reasonable or probable cause exists. In genuine emergencies, inspectors are permitted to enter without either consent or a warrant at any time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 168-59, compliant property operators in Glen Cove typically cooperate with scheduled or requested inspections by the Building Department Administrator, understanding that consent is the standard starting point for access. If access is denied, the Building Department is authorized to pursue a warrant, which can complicate and delay any underlying compliance matters. Operators generally maintain records of inspection visits and keep contact information current so that inspection requests can be addressed promptly.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 168-59 of the Glen Cove Code of Ordinances means that, as a person in possession or occupancy, your consent is ordinarily required before a Building Department inspector enters your unit for a routine inspection. If you refuse entry, officials must obtain a court warrant supported by reasonable or probable cause before proceeding — except in genuine emergency situations, where warrantless entry is permitted by law. Tenants who have questions about whether an inspection was conducted properly may contact the Glen Cove Building Department directly or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for general information about their rights under this provision.
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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