Sea Cliff, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 98 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 98-1
Registration and permit required
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A. This chapter shall be applicable to each dwelling unit in the Village, except: i) a one-, two- or three-family home where the home or a portion thereof is occupied by the owner of such home; ii) 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 iii) 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 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.
Sea Cliff, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 98 § 98-1 establishes that most residential rental dwelling units in the Village of Sea Cliff must be registered and covered by a valid rental permit before anyone other than the owner or a qualifying family member may occupy them. The rule applies to owners, tenants, and brokers or agents alike — each group carries its own obligation under the chapter. Certain units are carved out, including owner-occupied one-, two-, or three-family homes and units already registered under New York State's Multiple Dwelling Law or Multiple Residence Law in a manner the Superintendent of Building Department considers equivalent.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 98 § 98-1, a compliant property owner in Sea Cliff generally ensures that every applicable rental dwelling unit is registered with the Village and that a current rental permit is in hand before allowing any non-owner occupant to move in, whether or not rent is charged. Owners 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 concluding that registration is unnecessary. Keeping registration and permit records current and accessible helps demonstrate ongoing compliance with the chapter's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ch. 98 § 98-1 makes it unlawful for a tenant to occupy a covered dwelling unit in Sea Cliff unless that unit has been registered and a rental permit has been issued, meaning tenants have an interest in confirming that their unit is properly permitted before or upon moving in. If a unit lacks the required registration or permit, that status may be relevant to a tenant's rights and could be raised in housing-related proceedings. Tenants who have questions about whether their unit complies with § 98-1 may wish to contact the Village's Building Department or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Nassau County housing regulations.
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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