Farmingdale, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 433 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 433-12
Search warrant authorized
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The Incorporated Village of Farmingdale Attorney is authorized to make application to the Supreme Court of Nassau County or other court of competent jurisdiction for the issuance of a search warrant, to be executed by a police officer, in order to conduct an inspection of any premises covered by this chapter where the owner or occupant refuses or fails, after due notice by certified mail, to allow an inspection of the rental dwelling unit or premises and where there is reasonable cause to believe that a violation of this chapter or a violation of the Multiple Residence Law , the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, or the Incorporated Village of Farmingdale Code has occurred. The application for a search warrant shall, in all respects, comply with applicable laws of the State of New York.
Under Farmingdale, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 433 § 433-12, when an owner or occupant refuses or fails to allow an inspection of a rental dwelling after receiving certified-mail notice, the Village Attorney may seek a search warrant from Nassau County Supreme Court or another court of competent jurisdiction. The warrant, executed by a police officer, can authorize entry to inspect the premises for potential violations of this chapter, the Multiple Residence Law, the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, or the Village Code. Any warrant application must comply fully with applicable New York State law.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to ch. 433 § 433-12 generally cooperate with scheduled inspections of their rental units, because refusing or failing to allow access after certified-mail notice can trigger a court-authorized search warrant executed by a police officer. Compliant operators typically respond promptly to inspection notices and coordinate access to avoid escalation to the warrant process. Maintaining clear communication with Village officials about scheduling is a common practice among operators who want to stay in good standing.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under ch. 433 § 433-12, tenants should be aware that the Village has a legal pathway to inspect rental premises even when access is denied, through a court-issued search warrant executed by a police officer. If an occupant has concerns about an inspection — such as whether proper certified-mail notice was given or whether the warrant process was followed correctly — tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help explain what protections apply. Tenants who believe conditions in their unit may violate the Multiple Residence Law, the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, or the Village Code can also explore whether the inspection process offers a route to address those concerns.
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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