Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 172 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 172-3
Occupancy restrictions
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All dwellings, premises, homes, houses and apartments in the Incorporated Village of Atlantic Beach are restricted to one-family occupancy.
Section 172-3 of the Atlantic Beach Code of Ordinances establishes that every residential dwelling, home, or apartment within the Incorporated Village of Atlantic Beach may only be occupied by a single family. This rule applies uniformly across all residential property types in the village. Multi-family or shared occupancy arrangements that exceed this one-family limit are not permitted under this provision.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Atlantic Beach Code § 172-3, compliant property owners in the Incorporated Village of Atlantic Beach generally ensure that each dwelling unit is leased or made available to only one family at a time. Operators typically review lease agreements and occupancy arrangements to confirm they do not create multi-family living situations within a single unit or structure. Maintaining records that reflect single-family occupancy is a common practice for demonstrating compliance with this restriction.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 172-3 of the Atlantic Beach Code of Ordinances limits residential occupancy in the village to one family per dwelling, which defines the legal framework under which tenants may occupy a home or apartment. Tenants who believe their landlord is structuring an arrangement that violates this restriction, or who have questions about how this rule affects their household, may wish to contact the Village of Atlantic Beach directly or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with New York housing law. Understanding this occupancy restriction can be relevant when evaluating lease terms or responding to disputes about who may lawfully reside in a unit.
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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