Suffern, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 215 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 215-4
Inspection requirements
Operative Text
A. The Building Department or its authorized designee or agent shall make provisions for inspections of each rental property which is subject to the provisions of this chapter and shall notify each owner and/or managing agent of each rental property as to the time and place of such inspection. The inspection shall take place at a minimum of every 12 months. The inspection shall be for the purpose of determining compliance with all applicable rules and regulations concerning safety and maintenance of all rules and regulations applicable to said rental property, including the Code of the Village of Suffern and all other such rules and regulations and laws of the State of New York. The owner and/or managing agent may refuse to allow inspections of any dwelling unit contained in the rental property. In such event, the Building Department may apply for a search warrant. In addition, the Building Department may deny a permit with respect to any such property. In addition, the owner and/or managing agent shall be obligated to review with the Building Department and its designee or agent the contents of the landlord registration statement to determine if all said information is up-to-date, complete and accurate in all respects. B. Any inspection report issued pursuant to Subsection A of this section which reveals the presence of a violation shall be remedied by the owner within the time stated in the report. Failure to bring any building and/or rental property into conformance with such report and/or to remedy within the time set forth therein shall constitute a violation of this chapter, it being expressly understood that this provision shall not constitute the exclusive remedy of the Village of Suffern, but shall be an addition thereto.
Under Suffern, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 215 § 215-4, the Village's Building Department is required to inspect every covered rental property at least once every 12 months, checking for compliance with safety, maintenance, and applicable state and local regulations. Owners and managing agents must review their landlord registration statements with inspectors to confirm the information is current and accurate. If an inspection uncovers a violation, the owner must correct it within the timeframe specified in the inspection report; failing to do so constitutes a separate violation of the chapter, and the Village retains any additional remedies available to it.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rental properties subject to ch. 215 § 215-4 generally ensure they are available and cooperative when the Building Department schedules its annual inspection, since the department is required to provide notice of the time and place. Compliant operators use each inspection as an opportunity to review and update their landlord registration statement on the spot, confirming all information is complete and accurate. When an inspection report identifies a violation, compliant operators document the stated remediation deadline and complete all required repairs within that window to avoid a separate chapter violation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 215-4 of Suffern's rental-property code establishes a right to regular oversight of your building: the Building Department must inspect covered rental properties at least annually for safety and maintenance compliance. If an inspection report issued under this provision identifies a violation that goes uncorrected within the stated deadline, that failure itself constitutes a violation of the chapter, which may be relevant if you are experiencing ongoing habitability or maintenance concerns. Tenants who believe their building has unresolved violations can contact the Suffern Building Department directly, or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand what options may be available.
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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