Patchogue, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 238 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 238-6
Prohibited uses
Operative Text
No kitchen, nonhabitable space or public space shall be used for sleeping purposes. No cellar space shall be used or occupied as habitable space.
Section 238-6 of Patchogue's Code of Ordinances establishes that certain spaces within a dwelling — specifically kitchens, nonhabitable areas, public areas, and cellars — may not be used as sleeping or living quarters. The rule draws a clear line between spaces designed for habitation and those that are not, prohibiting the latter from being treated as bedrooms or living areas. This applies regardless of how the space is arranged or presented.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 238 § 238-6, compliant operators ensure that no tenant is assigned or permitted to sleep in a kitchen, common area, nonhabitable space, or cellar. Property managers generally conduct periodic walkthroughs to confirm that these spaces are not being converted into sleeping quarters, whether formally or informally. Lease agreements and house rules that clearly define permitted uses of each space can help reinforce compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 238-6 of Patchogue's Code of Ordinances means that a landlord cannot lawfully rent or designate a kitchen, cellar, or other nonhabitable space as a sleeping area. If a tenant believes they have been placed in such a space, they may have grounds to raise this as a housing code violation with the appropriate local code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Patchogue's housing regulations can help explain what options may be available in a given situation.
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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