Irondequoit, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 177 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 177-6
Courtesy inspections
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Residents living in a rental dwelling unit subject to the regulations of this chapter may apply to the Department for a courtesy inspection if they believe the minimum standards set forth in § 177-5B are not present or being maintained. Applicants shall pay the fee for courtesy inspection set forth in § 1-18 . The inspection fee is nonrefundable.
Section 177-6 of Irondequoit's Code of Ordinances establishes a voluntary 'courtesy inspection' process through which residents of regulated rental units can request that the Department inspect their home if they believe it falls short of the minimum housing standards defined in § 177-5B. To initiate the process, the resident must submit an application and pay a fee as specified in § 1-18. That inspection fee is nonrefundable regardless of the outcome of the inspection.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 177-6, tenants in regulated rental units have the right to request a courtesy inspection from the Department if they feel the property does not meet the minimum standards outlined in § 177-5B. Property owners and managers who consistently maintain their units in compliance with those standards are generally better positioned when such inspections occur. Staying current on the requirements of § 177-5B and addressing maintenance concerns proactively are practices commonly associated with compliant operators.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 177-6 gives residents of regulated rental dwellings in Irondequoit the ability to apply directly to the Department for a courtesy inspection if they believe their unit does not meet the minimum standards set out in § 177-5B. Be aware that the inspection fee established in § 1-18 must be paid at the time of application and is nonrefundable. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Irondequoit's rental regulations can help explain what the inspection process involves and what options may be available if violations are identified.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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