Mineola, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 414 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 414-6
Application requirements
Operative Text
A. Application for a rental occupancy permit for a rental dwelling unit shall be made in writing to the Building Department on a form provided by the Building Department for that purpose. B. Such application shall be filed in duplicate and shall contain: (1) The name, address and telephone number, if any, of the owner of the dwelling unit intended for rental occupancy. (2) The street address and Tax Map description (section, block and lot or lots) of the premises intended for rental occupancy or the premises in which the rental dwelling units intended for occupancy are located. (3) The number of people presently residing in or occupying such premises intended for rental occupancy. (4) A description of the structure, including: (a) The number of rental dwelling units in the structure; (b) The number of persons intended to be accommodated by, and to reside in, each such rental dwelling unit; and (c) The number of rooms and the dimensions and use of each room in the structure but outside of the rental dwelling units. (5) For each rental dwelling unit, a description of the unit, including: (a) The number of rooms in the rental dwelling unit; and (b) The dimensions and use of each such room. (6) The name, address and telephone number, if any, of the managing agent or operator of each such intended rental dwelling unit. (7) The name and address of the insurance company, if any, providing the fire and other hazard and liability insurance for the owners of the premises, with a description of the type of insurance provided, policy limits for each coverage and the policy number and expiration date of such policy. C. Such application shall be signed by the owner of the premises, and the statements of such owner therein contained shall be verified under oath. If an owner is a natural person permanently residing outside of Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, Kings, New York, Richmond, Bronx and Westchester Counties, the application may be signed on behalf of the owner and may be verified by a managing agent having personal knowledge of the facts. An application executed on behalf of an owner by a managing agent having personal knowledge of the facts shall be verified under oath. D. Such application shall be accompanied by the following: (1) A property survey of the premises, drawn to a scale not greater than 40 feet to one inch. (2) If not shown on the survey, a site plan, drawn to scale, showing all buildings, structures, walks, drives and other physical features of the premises and the number, location and access of existing and proposed on-site vehicle parking facilities. (3) A building permit application, properly prepared, for all proposed buildings, improvements and alterations to existing buildings on the premises, if any. (4) A copy of the certificate of occupancy, certificate of completion, and/or certificate of existing use, if any. E. Notwithstanding the above, no rental occupancy permit shall be required for a residential care facility established under New York State guidelines.
Section 414-6 of Mineola's Code of Ordinances establishes the information and documentation that must be submitted when applying for a rental occupancy permit for a dwelling unit in the village. The application must be filed in writing with the Building Department and include details about the owner, the property's tax map description, the structure's layout, each rental unit's room dimensions and uses, the managing agent, and current insurance coverage. Supporting materials such as a property survey, site plan, and any applicable certificates of occupancy must accompany the application, and the owner must verify the statements under oath. Residential care facilities established under New York State guidelines are exempt from this permit requirement.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 414-6, property owners in Mineola who rent dwelling units generally obtain a rental occupancy permit by submitting a completed, duplicate application to the Building Department that covers ownership details, tax map information, unit descriptions, managing agent contacts, and insurance particulars. Compliant operators ensure the application is signed and sworn under oath by the owner—or, when the owner resides outside the listed counties, by a managing agent with personal knowledge of the facts. Accompanying documents typically include a property survey drawn to the required scale, a site plan if needed, any relevant building permit applications, and copies of certificates of occupancy or completion.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 414-6 establishes that landlords in Mineola are required to obtain a rental occupancy permit before renting a dwelling unit, and the application process involves verified disclosures about the property's condition, layout, and insurance coverage. Tenants who believe a landlord is renting a unit without the required permit under § 414-6 may consider contacting the Mineola Building Department to inquire about permit status. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Nassau County housing regulations can help residents understand what options may be available when a landlord has not complied with local permitting 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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