Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 176 § 176-4
Access to dwellings required
Operative Text
The owner, operator, agent or occupant of every dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit or premises shall give personnel authorized in § 176-2 access to such dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit and premises, for the purpose of such inspections, at any reasonable time during business hours or at such other times as may be necessary in an emergency.
Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 176 § 176-4 establishes that anyone who owns, operates, manages, or occupies a dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit, or premises must allow authorized inspection personnel to enter and inspect the property. Access must be granted during reasonable business hours, or at any time when an emergency makes it necessary. The rule applies broadly to all covered residential property types within the City of Hudson.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 176-4, property owners and operators in Hudson are generally expected to make their dwellings, dwelling units, rooming houses, and related premises available to city-authorized inspectors during normal business hours without obstruction. Compliant operators typically maintain clear communication with tenants about scheduled inspections and ensure that access can be provided promptly when inspectors arrive. In emergency situations, the obligation to provide access extends beyond standard business hours, so operators commonly have a plan in place to facilitate entry at any time.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 176-4 of Hudson's housing code means that occupants of a dwelling or rooming unit share in the obligation to allow authorized city inspectors access to the property at reasonable times. Tenants who have questions about what inspectors are authorized to do, or who believe an access request may be improper, can review § 176-2 of the same code to understand which personnel are covered. Tenant-rights organizations in New York can help occupants understand how this access requirement interacts with their privacy rights and any applicable notice requirements.
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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