Hempstead Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 106 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 106-11
Authorization for inspections
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A. The Superintendent of the Building Department or his designated representative or a Village Code Enforcement Officer is authorized to make or cause to be made inspections to determine the conditions of a dwelling unit, rental dwelling unit or premises and to safeguard the health, safety, morals and welfare of the public. The Superintendent of the Building Department or his designated representative or a Village Code Enforcement Officer is authorized to enter, upon the consent of the owner, any dwelling unit, rental dwelling unit or premises at any reasonable time during daylight hours for the purpose of performing his duties under this chapter. B. The Superintendent of the Building Department or his designated representative or a Village Code Enforcement Officer is authorized to make application to the Village Court of the Incorporated Village of Hempstead for the issuance of a search warrant in order to conduct an inspection of any dwelling unit, rental dwelling unit or premises covered by this chapter where the owner refuses or fails to allow an inspection of the dwelling unit, rental dwelling unit or premises and where there is reasonable cause to believe that a violation of this chapter 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 chapter shall be deemed to authorize the Superintendent of the Building Department or his designated representative or a Village Enforcement Officer or the Village to conduct an inspection of any dwelling unit, rental dwelling unit or premises without the consent of the owner dwelling unit, rental dwelling unit or premises or without a warrant duly by an appropriate court.
Section 106-11 of the Hempstead Village Code establishes the authority of the Building Department Superintendent, designated representatives, and Village Code Enforcement Officers to inspect dwelling units and rental premises in order to protect public health, safety, morals, and welfare. Inspections may be conducted during daylight hours with the owner's consent, or through a court-issued search warrant when consent is refused and reasonable cause exists to believe a violation has occurred. The provision explicitly limits inspection authority — no inspection may proceed without either owner consent or a valid warrant issued by an appropriate court.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 106-11, property owners in Hempstead Village can expect that Building Department officials or Code Enforcement Officers may request access to a dwelling unit or rental premises during daylight hours for inspection purposes. Compliant operators generally respond to such requests by granting consent or communicating clearly with the Superintendent or their representative. Owners should be aware that if consent is withheld and reasonable cause for a violation exists, officials are authorized to seek a search warrant through the Village Court.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 106-11 establishes that inspections of rental dwelling units in Hempstead Village require either the owner's consent or a court-issued warrant — meaning the inspection authority is not unlimited. Tenants who have concerns about the condition of their unit or believe an inspection is warranted may contact the Hempstead Village Building Department or a Code Enforcement Officer to report potential violations. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Nassau County housing law can help residents understand how this inspection framework interacts with other protections available under the Village Code.
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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