Hempstead Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 99 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 99-20
Authorization for inspections
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The Code Enforcement Official is authorized to make, or cause to be made, inspections to determine the condition of rental dwelling units to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the public. The Code Enforcement Official is authorized to enter, upon consent of the owner if the unit is unoccupied, or upon consent of the occupant if the unit is occupied, any rental dwelling unit and the premises in which the same is located, at any reasonable time, or at such other time as may be necessary in an emergency, without consent of the owner, authorized agent and/or tenant for the purpose of performing his duties under this article.
Section 99-20 of Hempstead Town's Code of Ordinances authorizes the Code Enforcement Official to inspect rental dwelling units in order to protect public health, safety, and welfare. Entry into an occupied unit generally requires the occupant's consent, while entry into an unoccupied unit generally requires the owner's consent. In genuine emergency situations, the Code Enforcement Official may enter without anyone's consent at a time deemed necessary.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 99-20, compliant rental property operators in Hempstead Town typically cooperate with scheduled inspections by providing consent when a unit is unoccupied and facilitating access at reasonable times. Keeping units in good repair and maintaining open communication with the Code Enforcement Official are practices consistent with the purposes of this provision. Operators should be aware that emergency circumstances can trigger entry without prior consent.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 99-20 establishes that, when a rental unit is occupied, the Code Enforcement Official must generally obtain the occupant's consent before entering for an inspection. Tenants who believe an inspection was conducted improperly under this provision may consider raising the matter with Hempstead Town's code enforcement office or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with local ordinances. Understanding this consent requirement can help tenants recognize when an inspection is being conducted within the bounds of § 99-20.
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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