Cedarhurst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 155 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 155-6
Owner's right of access
Operative Text
No tenant shall refuse to permit the owner or his or her agent or employee to enter his or her dwelling unit or other space under his or her control to make repairs or improvements required by this chapter or other law or to inspect such apartment or other space to determine compliance with this chapter or any other provision of law, if the right of entry is exercised at a reasonable time and in a reasonable manner. The department may by regulation restrict the time and manner of such inspections.
Cedarhurst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 155 § 155-6 establishes that tenants may not block an owner, agent, or employee from entering a dwelling unit when the purpose is to make legally required repairs or improvements, or to inspect the unit for compliance with applicable law. The right of entry must be exercised at a reasonable time and in a reasonable manner. The relevant department retains authority to issue regulations that further define or limit when and how such inspections may occur.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 155 § 155-6, compliant property owners and their agents generally schedule entry at times that are reasonable given the tenant's circumstances and communicate the purpose of entry clearly — whether for repairs, improvements, or a compliance inspection. Operators typically document the reason for entry and the time it occurred to demonstrate that access was sought in a reasonable manner. The department may issue regulations that set additional parameters on timing and procedure, so staying current with any such rules is part of standard property management practice in Cedarhurst.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 155-6 of Cedarhurst's Code of Ordinances gives tenants a meaningful protection: an owner's right of entry is only valid when exercised at a reasonable time and in a reasonable manner, and only for permitted purposes such as legally required repairs or compliance inspections. If a tenant believes entry was demanded outside those conditions — for example, at an unreasonable hour or without a lawful purpose — that concern may be relevant to a complaint with the local department or raised as a defense in a related proceeding. Tenants who have questions about what constitutes a reasonable entry under this provision may find it useful to consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Cedarhurst's local regulations.
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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