Hempstead Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 48 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 48-1.1
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BOARDINGHOUSE Any dwelling or part thereof which contains one or more rooming units, in which space is let by the occupant or owner to three or more persons for hire or otherwise. LODGING HOUSE A multiple dwelling, other than a hotel, a rooming house or a furnished room house, in which persons are housed for hire for a single night, or less than a week at one time, or any part of which is let for any person to sleep in for any term less than a week. ROOMING HOUSE Any dwelling or part thereof which contains one or more rooming units, in which space is let by the occupant or owner to three or more persons for hire or otherwise.
Section 48-1.1 of Hempstead Village's Code of Ordinances establishes the foundational definitions for three types of short-term or shared residential arrangements: boardinghouses, lodging houses, and rooming houses. A boardinghouse or rooming house is a dwelling where space is rented to three or more people, while a lodging house is a multiple dwelling where occupants stay for less than a week at a time. These definitions set the scope for how the rest of Chapter 48 applies to various rental housing arrangements in Hempstead Village.
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Property owners and managers operating in Hempstead Village should be aware that how their property is classified under § 48-1.1 — as a boardinghouse, lodging house, or rooming house — determines which regulatory obligations apply to them under Chapter 48. Operators who rent to three or more persons in a single dwelling, or who offer stays of less than one week, generally ensure their operations align with the applicable definition before leasing units. Understanding which category a property falls into is a foundational step in maintaining compliance with Hempstead Village's residential rental regulations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in shared dwellings or short-term rental arrangements in Hempstead Village should know that § 48-1.1 defines the type of housing they occupy, which in turn determines what protections and rules apply under Chapter 48. Whether a residence qualifies as a boardinghouse, rooming house, or lodging house can affect the rights available to those living there. Tenants who are uncertain about how their housing is classified may find it helpful to consult a local tenant-rights organization or review the full text of Chapter 48 of the Hempstead Village Code of Ordinances.
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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