Rockville Centre, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 264 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 264-1
Applicability; terms defined; registration and permit required
Operative Text
A. This chapter shall be applicable to each dwelling unit in the Village, except: (1) A one-, two- or three-family home where the home or a portion thereof is occupied by the owner of such home or a member of the family of such owner; (2) An individual dwelling unit located in a building or structure containing four or more dwelling units if such individual dwelling unit is occupied by the owner of the building or structure or a member of the family of such owner; or (3) A dwelling unit which is registered with the Village pursuant to the provisions of the New York State Multiple Dwelling Law or the New York State Multiple Residence Law or registered with the Village pursuant to any law, rule or regulation in a manner which the Superintendent of the Building Department deems to be the equivalent of this chapter. B. For the purposes of this chapter, the term "family" shall be defined as set forth in the zoning regulations of the Village, and a condominium unit occupied for residential purposes shall be deemed to be an individual dwelling unit. C. It shall be unlawful for any person or entity who is the owner or who has apparent authority over any building containing one or more residential dwelling units to which this chapter is applicable to allow, permit, suffer or cause the occupancy of any such dwelling unit to be occupied as a residence, with or without payment of rent, by any person other than the owner of such unit or a member of the family of such owner, without having first registered the dwelling unit and obtained a rental permit pursuant to this chapter. D. It shall be unlawful for any person or entity to occupy as a residence any residential dwelling unit to which this chapter is applicable, with or without the payment of rent, unless such dwelling unit has been registered and a rental permit has been issued for such dwelling unit, as required by this chapter. E. It shall be unlawful for any person or entity, acting as broker or agent or other representative, to list, show or otherwise offer for lease, rent or occupancy any residential dwelling unit to which this chapter is applicable and for which a current registration has not been made, or a current rental permit has not been issued, pursuant to this chapter. Each person or entity acting as broker, agent or other representative for such purpose shall have the duty to verify that the dwelling unit has been registered, and a permit obtained, as required by this chapter.
Rockville Centre, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 264 § 264-1 establishes a registration and rental permit requirement that applies to most residential dwelling units in the Village. Owner-occupied one-, two-, or three-family homes and units already registered under New York State Multiple Dwelling or Multiple Residence Law are generally exempt. Under this provision, it is unlawful for an owner, occupant, or broker/agent to allow, occupy, list, or offer a covered unit for rent or occupancy unless the unit has been registered and a current rental permit has been issued by the Village.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 264 § 264-1, property owners and managers in Rockville Centre who rent or allow occupancy of a covered dwelling unit are expected to complete the Village's registration process and obtain a valid rental permit before any tenancy begins. Operators typically confirm whether their property falls within one of the chapter's exemptions—such as owner-occupancy of a one-to-three-family home—before determining whether registration is required. Maintaining current registration and permit documentation is a standard compliance practice under this chapter, and the obligation extends to anyone with apparent authority over the building.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ch. 264 § 264-1 makes it unlawful for a tenant to occupy a covered Rockville Centre dwelling unit unless the unit has been registered and a rental permit has been issued, meaning tenants have an interest in confirming that their unit is properly permitted. Tenants who believe their unit may lack a current registration or rental permit can inquire with the Village's Building Department, which oversees compliance under this chapter. Tenant-rights organizations or a housing attorney familiar with New York municipal law can help explain what options may be available when a unit appears to be operating without the required registration or permit.
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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