Valley Stream, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 46 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 46-2
Facilitation
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A person shall be deemed to facilitate use or occupancy by, among other things, advertising or listing the availability of a dwelling, showing a dwelling to a prospective user or occupant or otherwise soliciting or encouraging another person to use or occupy such a dwelling.
Section 46-2 of Valley Stream's Code of Ordinances defines what it means to 'facilitate' the use or occupancy of a dwelling. The definition is intentionally broad, covering actions such as advertising, listing, showing, soliciting, or otherwise encouraging someone to use or occupy a property. This definition sets the scope for what activities may trigger obligations or restrictions elsewhere in Chapter 46.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 46-2, property owners and managers should be aware that a wide range of routine leasing activities — including posting listings, showing units, and marketing vacancies — can constitute 'facilitation' as defined by Valley Stream's Code of Ordinances ch. 46. Operators who understand this definition are better positioned to ensure that all such activities comply with the broader requirements of Chapter 46. Keeping records of advertising and showing activity may be relevant to demonstrating compliance with the chapter's provisions.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 46-2 of Valley Stream's Code of Ordinances ch. 46 establishes that facilitation of occupancy includes a wide range of actions by landlords or others, such as advertising or showing a dwelling. Tenants who believe that someone facilitated their occupancy in a manner that violated Chapter 46's broader rules may have grounds to raise that issue as part of a complaint or legal proceeding. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Valley Stream's local ordinances can help residents understand how this definition interacts with other protections in the chapter.
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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