Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 12-134
Identification of inspectors
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Inspectors and authorized personnel of the Building Department shall be supplied with official identification and, upon request, shall exhibit such identification when entering any dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming unit or premises.
Under Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-134, Building Department inspectors and other authorized personnel are required to carry official identification credentials whenever they enter residential properties. If asked, they must show that identification before or during entry. This rule applies to any dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming unit, or premises subject to inspection.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 12-134, property owners and managers should be aware that Building Department inspectors are required to present official identification upon request before entering any unit or premises. A compliant operator generally confirms the identity of anyone claiming to represent the Building Department before granting access. Keeping a record of inspector visits, including the identification presented, is a common practice among well-organized property managers.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-134 gives occupants the right to request official identification from any Building Department inspector or authorized personnel before allowing entry into their dwelling or unit. Tenants who are uncertain whether a visitor is a legitimate inspector can ask to see credentials, as the provision requires those credentials to be exhibited upon request. Tenant-rights organizations in the Tuckahoe area can provide general information about what to do if an inspector is unable or unwilling to produce proper identification.
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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