Farmingdale, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 433 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 433-16
Broker's responsibility prior to listing
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It shall be unlawful and a violation of this chapter and an offense within the meaning of the Penal Law of the State of New York for any broker or agent to list, show or otherwise offer for lease, rent or sale on behalf of the owner any dwelling unit for which a current rental occupancy permit has not been issued by the Building Inspector. It shall be the broker's or agent's duty to verify the existence of a valid permit before acting on behalf of the owner.
Under Farmingdale, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 433 § 433-16, it is unlawful for any real estate broker or agent to list, show, or otherwise offer a dwelling unit for lease, rent, or sale unless a current rental occupancy permit has been issued by the Building Inspector. The rule places an affirmative verification duty on the broker or agent — not just the owner — before any marketing activity begins. A violation of this provision is treated as an offense under New York State Penal Law, meaning potential criminal exposure beyond ordinary civil penalties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners in Farmingdale should be aware that § 433-16 places the verification burden squarely on brokers and agents, but a lapsed or missing rental occupancy permit will effectively block any lawful listing or showing of the unit. Compliant operators generally ensure that a current rental occupancy permit issued by the Building Inspector is in hand and available for review before engaging any broker or agent. Keeping permit records current and accessible helps avoid disruptions to leasing activity and reduces the risk that a broker declines or is unable to act on the owner's behalf.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 433-16 of the Farmingdale Code means that any dwelling unit offered to you for rent should already hold a valid rental occupancy permit from the Building Inspector at the time it was listed or shown. If you have reason to believe a unit was marketed without such a permit, that may constitute a violation of this chapter and a potential Penal Law offense, which could be relevant information when consulting a tenant-rights organization or local housing authority. Tenants can inquire with the Farmingdale Building Department about the permit status of a unit and may raise the absence of a valid permit as a relevant fact in any dispute concerning the tenancy.
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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