Babylon Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 281 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 281-11
Inspections
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The Building Inspector is authorized to make or cause to be made inspections to determine the condition of rental dwelling units. The Building Inspector is authorized to enter upon consent of the owner if the unit is unoccupied, or upon consent of the occupant if the unit is occupied, any rental dwelling unit and the premises in which the same is located at a reasonable time or at such other time as may be necessary in an emergency for the purpose of performing duties under this chapter.
Section 281-11 of Babylon Village's Code of Ordinances authorizes the Building Inspector to inspect rental dwelling units and their surrounding premises to assess their condition. Entry into an unoccupied unit requires the owner's consent, while entry into an occupied unit requires the occupant's consent. Inspections must occur at a reasonable time, though emergency circumstances may allow entry outside of normal hours.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 281-11, a compliant property owner generally cooperates with the Building Inspector's requests to enter and inspect unoccupied rental units at reasonable times. Operators typically maintain records of inspection requests and responses, and ensure that access arrangements align with the consent requirements outlined in this section. When a unit is occupied, the owner's role in granting entry is limited, as consent must come from the occupant.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 281-11 establishes that a Building Inspector may only enter your occupied rental unit with your consent, except in emergencies. Tenants who believe an inspection was conducted without proper consent may have grounds to raise that issue as a concern under this chapter. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Babylon Village ordinances can help explain what options may be available when consent procedures are not followed.
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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