Haverstraw Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 171 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 171-5
Inspections
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A. Authorization for inspections. The Building Inspector of the Village of Haverstraw or his designated representative is authorized to make or cause to be made inspections to determine the condition of dwellings and to safeguard the health, safety, morals and welfare of the public. The Building Inspector or his designated representative is authorized to enter, upon the consent of the owner, any dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit or premises at any reasonable time during daylight hours or at such other time as may be necessary in an emergency, without consent of the owner, for the purpose of performing his duties under this article. B. Search warrant applications. The Building Inspector of the Village of Haverstraw or his designated representative is authorized to make application to any court of competent jurisdiction for the issuance of a search warrant in order to conduct an inspection of any premises covered by this article where the owner refuses or fails to allow an inspection of its rental premises and where there is reasonable cause to believe that a violation of this article has occurred. The application for a search warrant shall in all respects comply with the applicable laws of the State of New York. C. Nothing in this article, except for provisions concerning emergency inspections, shall be deemed to authorize the Building Inspector of the Village of Haverstraw or his authorized representative to conduct an inspection of any premises subject to this article without the consent of the owner of the premises or without a warrant duly issued by an appropriate court.
Section 171-5 of Haverstraw Village's Code of Ordinances establishes the framework under which the Village's Building Inspector may inspect rental dwellings, dwelling units, rooming houses, and related premises to assess their condition and protect public health, safety, and welfare. As a general rule, inspections require either the property owner's consent or a court-issued search warrant, except in genuine emergencies where entry without consent is permitted. When an owner refuses access and there is reasonable cause to believe a violation has occurred, the Building Inspector is authorized to seek a search warrant from a court of competent jurisdiction in accordance with New York State law.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 171-5, compliant operators in Haverstraw Village generally cooperate with Building Inspector inspection requests made at reasonable times during daylight hours, since consent-based entry is the standard pathway for routine inspections. If an owner declines to allow access, the Building Inspector may apply to a court for a search warrant upon a showing of reasonable cause, meaning refusal does not permanently bar inspection. Property managers familiar with this provision typically maintain records of any inspection requests and responses to document their cooperation with the Village's inspection program.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 171-5 establishes that the Haverstraw Village Building Inspector has authority to inspect the condition of rental dwellings, which is a key mechanism for identifying housing code violations that may affect tenant health and safety. Tenants who believe their dwelling has conditions that warrant inspection may contact the Village Building Department to inquire about requesting an inspection under this article. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York housing law can help residents understand how the inspection process under § 171-5 relates to other remedies that may be available when violations are found.
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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