Ocean Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 87 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 87-4
Bonfires prohibited
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No person shall build a bonfire at any place within the Village of Ocean Beach.
Section 87-4 of Ocean Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 87 establishes a blanket prohibition on bonfires anywhere within the Village of Ocean Beach. The rule applies to all persons regardless of property ownership or tenancy status. No location within village limits is exempt from this restriction.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ocean Beach Code § 87-4, compliant property operators do not permit bonfires on their rental properties or common areas within the Village of Ocean Beach. Landlords who manage short-term or seasonal rentals in the village typically communicate this prohibition clearly to guests and tenants in their rental agreements or house rules. Awareness of this village-wide rule helps operators avoid situations where guests or tenants inadvertently violate local ordinance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ocean Beach Code § 87-4 prohibits all persons — including tenants — from building bonfires anywhere in the Village of Ocean Beach. Tenants who observe bonfires being built, or who receive pressure from a landlord or other party to participate in activity that may violate this ordinance, may wish to contact the village directly or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with local ordinances. Understanding this village-wide rule can help tenants avoid unintended violations during their tenancy.
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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