Valley Stream, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 46A (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 46A-9
Inspections
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The Superintendent of Buildings Department and Village of Valley Stream personnel who are engaged in the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter are authorized to make or cause to be made inspections to determine the conditions of rental properties to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of the public. The Superintendent of Buildings Department and Village of Valley Stream personnel who are engaged in the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter are authorized to enter upon any rental property, with the consent of the owner or managing agent if the rental property is unoccupied or upon consent of the occupant if the rental property is occupied.
Valley Stream Code § 46A-9 authorizes the Superintendent of Buildings and designated Village personnel to inspect rental properties in order to assess conditions affecting public health, safety, and welfare. Entry into an unoccupied rental property requires the consent of the owner or managing agent, while entry into an occupied property requires the consent of the occupant. This provision establishes the legal basis for inspection activity but does not specify a schedule or frequency for such inspections.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 46A-9, compliant operators in Valley Stream generally cooperate with inspection requests from the Superintendent of Buildings or authorized Village personnel, understanding that consent is required before entry into an unoccupied property. Maintaining accessible contact information and being responsive to inspection scheduling requests are practices consistent with the chapter's enforcement framework. Keeping rental properties in good condition year-round supports a smooth inspection process when Village personnel exercise their authority under this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 46A-9 makes clear that Village inspectors may only enter an occupied rental unit with the occupant's consent, giving tenants a recognized role in the inspection process. If a tenant believes rental property conditions pose a risk to health or safety, the inspection authority established under this provision provides a potential avenue for Village personnel to assess those conditions. Tenants who have questions about their rights in connection with an inspection or a request for entry may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Valley Stream's local ordinances.
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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