Mineola, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 300 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 300-45
Infestation and screening
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A. Grounds, buildings, and structures shall be maintained free of insect, vermin, and rodent harborage and infestation. B. Where rodent infestation exists, windows and other openings in basements and cellars shall be screened to prevent entrance of rodents. C. From May 1 to October 1, entrances to residential buildings and structures shall be provided with self-closing doors, devices, or screens, and windows and other openings used for ventilation shall be appropriately screened.
Section 300-45 of Mineola's Code of Ordinances requires that all grounds, buildings, and structures be kept free of conditions that harbor or allow infestations of insects, vermin, and rodents. When rodent infestation is present, basement and cellar openings must be screened to block rodent entry. Additionally, from May 1 through October 1 each year, residential buildings must have self-closing doors or screens at entrances, and any openings used for ventilation must be appropriately screened.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 300-45, compliant property operators generally maintain their grounds and structures in a condition that eliminates harborage sites for insects, vermin, and rodents year-round. When rodent activity is identified, operators typically ensure that basement and cellar windows and openings are screened promptly to prevent further entry. Between May 1 and October 1, operators confirm that all residential entrances are equipped with functioning self-closing doors or screens, and that ventilation openings throughout the building are properly screened.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 300-45 gives residents of Mineola buildings a basis to expect that their landlord will keep the property free of insect, vermin, and rodent infestation, and will install required screens and self-closing doors during the applicable season. If these conditions are not being met, tenants may document the issues and consider reporting them to the local code enforcement or housing authority in Mineola. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand how a violation of § 300-45 might be raised in a housing proceeding or complaint process.
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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