Hempstead Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 99 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 99-22
Search without warrant restricted
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Nothing in this article, except for provisions concerning emergency inspections, shall be deemed to authorize the Code Enforcement Official to conduct an inspection of any premises subject to this article without the consent of the owner of the premises and without a warrant duly issued by an appropriate court.
Section 99-22 of Hempstead Town Code Chapter 99 establishes that, outside of emergency inspection situations, a Code Enforcement Official does not have the authority to inspect a regulated property without either the property owner's consent or a court-issued warrant. This provision limits the government's ability to enter and inspect premises by requiring one of those two legal prerequisites. The rule reflects constitutional protections against unreasonable searches as applied to local code enforcement activity.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Section 99-22, a compliant property owner in Hempstead Town understands that, except in emergencies, a Code Enforcement Official may only enter and inspect the premises with the owner's consent or a valid court warrant. Operators generally keep records of any consent given and are aware that they are not legally obligated to allow entry without one of those two authorizations. Familiarity with this provision helps owners recognize the boundaries of the town's inspection authority.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 99-22 of Hempstead Town Code Chapter 99 means that, in non-emergency situations, inspections of the premises require either the owner's consent or a court-issued warrant — a protection that can affect how and when inspections occur at a rental property. Tenants who believe an inspection was conducted without proper authorization may wish to document the circumstances and consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service to understand what options may be available. Raising the absence of consent or a warrant as a concern is a recognized avenue when questioning the validity of a code enforcement inspection 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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