Island Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 450 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 450-17
Presumptive evidence of violations
Operative Text
A. It shall be presumed that a single or one-family dwelling unit is occupied by more than one family if the code enforcement official authorized to enforce or investigate violation of this article or any laws, codes, rules, ordinances and regulations of the State of New York finds that it contains more than one kitchen or if two or more of the following features are found to exist on the premises: (1) More than one mailbox, mail slot or post office address; (2) More than one doorbell or doorway on the same side of the dwelling unit; (3) More than one gas meter; (4) More than one electric meter; (5) More than one connecting line for cable television service; (6) More than one antenna, dish antenna or related receiving equipment; (7) Separate entrances for segregated parts of the dwelling unit, including but not limited to bedrooms; (8) Partitions or internal doors with locks which may serve to bar access between segregated portions of the dwelling unit among its owner(s) and occupants; (9) Separate written or oral leases or rental arrangements, payments or agreements for portions of the dwelling unit among its owner(s) and occupants; (10) The inability of any occupant to have lawful access to all parts of the dwelling unit; or (11) A separate entrance leading directly to a separated living space containing a bathroom. B. All of the foregoing may be rebutted by evidence presented to the code enforcement official or any court of competent jurisdiction.
Island Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 450 § 450-17 establishes a set of physical and administrative indicators that, if observed, create a legal presumption that a single-family dwelling is actually being used as a multi-family residence. A code enforcement official can trigger this presumption by finding more than one kitchen, or by identifying at least two of eleven listed features—such as multiple meters, separate entrances, or independent lease arrangements. The presumption is not conclusive; it can be challenged and rebutted by presenting contrary evidence to the code enforcement official or a court.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Island Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 450 § 450-17, operators of single-family dwellings generally ensure that the property does not display combinations of features—such as multiple utility meters, separate lockable interior partitions, or independent lease arrangements—that would trigger the multi-family occupancy presumption. Compliant operators typically maintain a single unified living arrangement with shared access throughout the unit and a single set of utility connections. When a code enforcement inspection occurs, owners have the opportunity to present rebuttal evidence demonstrating that the property is lawfully occupied as a single-family home.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Island Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 450 § 450-17 affects tenants by defining the conditions under which a dwelling may be officially treated as an unlawfully converted multi-family unit, which can have consequences for occupancy rights and housing stability. Tenants living in arrangements that involve separate entrances, independent leases, or restricted access to parts of the home may find their living situation scrutinized under this provision. Those with questions about how an enforcement action under § 450-17 might affect their housing situation can consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Island Park housing regulations.
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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