New Rochelle, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 174 § 174-5
Right to inspect: access for repairs or alterations
Operative Text
A. The Building Official and any other person authorized by him or her to do so may, without fee or hindrance, make inspections to determine the condition of dwellings, dwelling units, rooming houses, rooming units and the premises on which they are located in order to fulfill the purpose of this chapter. B. For the purpose of making such inspections, the inspector is hereby authorized to enter, examine and survey all dwellings, dwelling units, rooming houses, rooming units and the premises on which they are located. Except for emergencies or where authorized by other law or for the convenience of the occupant or owner, such inspections shall be made between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. C. The owner, the operator and the occupant shall give the inspector free access to the dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house or rooming unit and the premises on which they are located for the purpose of such an inspection. D. Every occupant of a dwelling or dwelling unit shall give the owner thereof, or his agent or employees, access to any part of such dwelling or dwelling unit or its premises at all reasonable times for the purpose of making such repairs or alterations as are necessary to effect compliance with the provisions of this chapter or with any lawful rule or regulation adopted or any lawful order issued pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.
New Rochelle Code ch. 174 § 174-5 establishes mutual access rights for residential properties. Authorized city inspectors may enter dwellings, dwelling units, rooming houses, and their premises—generally between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.—to assess housing conditions, with exceptions for emergencies or other legal authority. Owners, operators, and occupants are required to allow inspectors free access, and occupants must also allow owners or their agents entry at reasonable times to make repairs or alterations needed to comply with the chapter's requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Rochelle Code ch. 174 § 174-5, compliant property owners and operators provide city inspectors unobstructed access during the standard 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. window and cooperate during emergency inspections when required. Owners also have a corresponding right to enter occupied units at reasonable times to perform repairs or alterations necessary to meet the chapter's housing standards. Operators generally document access requests and completed repairs to demonstrate ongoing compliance with the ordinance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
New Rochelle Code ch. 174 § 174-5 gives occupants a degree of predictability around inspections, as city inspectors are ordinarily limited to the 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. timeframe except in emergencies or other legally recognized circumstances. Occupants are required to allow both city inspectors and property owners or their agents reasonable access for compliance-related repairs, but the provision's scheduling norms offer some structure around when such visits typically occur. Tenants who believe access rights under § 174-5 are being misused or that inspections are being conducted improperly may consider contacting the New Rochelle Building Department or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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