North Hempstead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 2 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 2-118
Offers to rent
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No owner, broker or agent shall publish a written offer or solicitation of offers to rent or lease a rental dwelling unit, unless that offer or solicitation refers by number to a valid rental occupancy permit for the rental dwelling unit in question. For purposes of this section, "publish" means to promulgate to the general public or to selected segments of the general public, in a newspaper, magazine, flyer, handbill, mailed circular, bulletin board, sign or electronic media. Violation of this section shall be unlawful and an offense within the meaning of the Penal Law of the State of New York.
North Hempstead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 2 § 2-118 requires that any written advertisement or solicitation for renting or leasing a dwelling unit — whether in print, on a flyer, on a sign, or through electronic media — must include the number of a valid rental occupancy permit for that specific unit. The rule applies to owners, brokers, and agents alike. Omitting the permit number from such a publication is treated as an unlawful offense under New York State Penal Law.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under North Hempstead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 2 § 2-118, compliant property owners and their agents generally ensure that every rental listing — across all channels, including online platforms, printed flyers, and signage — displays the valid rental occupancy permit number for the specific unit being advertised. Operators typically confirm that the permit is current and valid before any listing goes live. Because a violation constitutes an offense under New York State Penal Law, maintaining accurate permit records and referencing them in every published offer is a standard part of the rental advertising process in North Hempstead.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
North Hempstead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 2 § 2-118 gives prospective tenants a basis to check whether a rental advertisement includes a valid occupancy permit number before engaging further with a listing. If a listing lacks this information, that omission may be relevant to any inquiry made to local code enforcement or municipal authorities in North Hempstead. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Nassau County housing rules can help explain what options are generally available when a listing appears to be out of compliance with this provision.
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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