Babylon Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 153 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 153-8
Authorization for inspections
Operative Text
The Building Inspector of the Town of Babylon is authorized to make or cause to be made inspections to determine the condition of dwellings and to safeguard the health, safety, morals and welfare of the public. The Building Inspector or his designated representative is authorized to enter, upon the consent of the owner, any dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit or premises at any reasonable time during daylight hours or at such other time as may be necessary in an emergency, without consent of the owner, for the purpose of performing his duties under this article.
Section 153-8 of Babylon Town's Code of Ordinances grants the Town of Babylon's Building Inspector the authority to inspect residential properties—including individual dwelling units, rooming houses, and rooming units—to assess their condition and protect public health, safety, morals, and welfare. Under this provision, entry during reasonable daylight hours generally requires the owner's consent, but the Building Inspector or a designated representative may enter without consent when an emergency situation exists. The rule establishes the legal basis for the Town's residential inspection program rather than creating a general right of warrantless entry.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 153-8, property owners in Babylon Town can expect that the Building Inspector or a designated representative may request access to a dwelling, dwelling unit, or rooming unit during reasonable daylight hours to conduct a condition inspection. Compliant operators typically cooperate with scheduled inspection requests and maintain records of any consented entries. Owners should be aware that emergency circumstances allow entry without prior consent, so keeping properties in code-compliant condition is a standard practice associated with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 153-8 establishes that inspections of your dwelling or rooming unit are conducted by the Babylon Town Building Inspector or a designated representative, and that non-emergency entry is tied to owner consent rather than tenant consent—a distinction worth understanding. Tenants who believe an inspection was conducted improperly, or who want to request an inspection due to habitability concerns, may contact the Babylon Town Building Department directly to understand available complaint or request processes. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Babylon Town's housing code can help explain how § 153-8 interacts with other protections that may apply to your living situation.
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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