Buffalo, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 269 § 269-8
Lodging house register (Buffalo Lodging Houses Ordinance)
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Every lodging establishment shall have, keep and maintain a register in a suitable place on the premises, and every person applying for a room, bed or cot shall register his or her name and address therein. Said register shall be open to the police for inspection.
Under Buffalo, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 269 § 269-8, every lodging establishment is required to maintain a register on the premises where each person seeking a room, bed, or cot records their name and address. This register must be kept in a suitable location and must be made available to police for inspection upon request. The rule creates a record-keeping obligation for the establishment and a registration obligation for each incoming guest.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of lodging establishments subject to ch. 269 § 269-8 generally keep a physical register in an accessible, suitable location on the premises at all times. Compliant operators ensure that every person who applies for a room, bed, or cot enters their name and address in that register before or upon occupancy. Because the register must be open to police inspection, maintaining it in an orderly and readily accessible manner is consistent with the requirements of this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under ch. 269 § 269-8, individuals seeking accommodations at a Buffalo lodging establishment are required to provide their name and address in the establishment's register. Guests should be aware that this register is subject to police inspection as a matter of law. Those with questions about how their information may be used or about the establishment's compliance with this provision may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or local housing authority for general guidance.
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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