Port Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 197 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 197-18
Housing surveys
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The Commissioner of Building shall be authorized to make surveys in any area of the village to determine the general condition of structures used for human habitation, the extent of deterioration, lack of facilities and maintenance, unsafe and unsanitary conditions, the extent of overcrowding, land use and other relevant factors.
Under Port Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 197 § 197-18, the Commissioner of Building holds the authority to conduct area-wide surveys of residential structures throughout the village. These surveys are designed to assess overall housing conditions, including physical deterioration, missing facilities, unsafe or unsanitary conditions, overcrowding, and land use patterns. The provision establishes a broad fact-finding power rather than a specific enforcement action against any individual property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 197 § 197-18, the Commissioner of Building may survey any residential area in Port Chester, meaning a property owner's building could be included in a neighborhood-wide assessment at any time. Operators who maintain their properties in good repair, with adequate facilities and safe, sanitary conditions, are generally well-positioned when such surveys occur. Keeping records of maintenance activity and addressing known deficiencies proactively reflects the kind of upkeep that aligns with the conditions these surveys are designed to measure.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 197-18 of Port Chester's housing code gives the Commissioner of Building the power to survey residential neighborhoods for conditions such as deterioration, overcrowding, and lack of facilities. Tenants who observe poor housing conditions in their building or neighborhood may find it useful to know that this survey authority exists as a tool for identifying systemic problems. Those concerned about conditions in their home can also explore options such as contacting the village's building department directly, reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization, or raising habitability issues through available legal channels.
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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