Freeport, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 128 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 128-24
Painting, screening and insect extermination
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A. Painting. Exterior surfaces of buildings and structures that are not inherently resistant to deterioration shall be periodically treated with a protective coating of paint or other suitable preservative. B. Screening. From May 1 to October 1, entrances to residential buildings shall be provided with self-closing-type devices or screens and windows, and other openings used for ventilation shall be appropriately screened. C. Infestation. Grounds, buildings and structures shall be maintained free of insect, raccoon, vermin, and rodent harborage and infestation. Methods used for exterminating insects, raccoon, vermin and rodents shall conform with generally accepted practice. Where the potential for rodent or vermin infestation exists, windows and other openings in basements and cellars shall be appropriately screened with wire mesh or other suitable materials. D. Grounds. To facilitate proper drainage, dust control and sidewalk maintenance, all front yards, side yards, rear yards and all other portions of uncovered soil shall have a ground cover of lawn grass, plant life or other living ground cover similar in nature. Said cover shall be regularly maintained and, where necessary, seeded, cut, trimmed and irrigated.
Freeport, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 128 § 128-24 establishes four maintenance standards for residential properties. Exterior surfaces that can deteriorate must be kept protected with paint or a suitable preservative, and entrances, windows, and ventilation openings must be screened against insects from May 1 through October 1. Properties must be kept free of insects, raccoons, vermin, and rodents using accepted extermination methods, with wire mesh or similar materials covering basement and cellar openings where infestation risk exists. All uncovered soil on the lot must be maintained with living ground cover such as grass or plants to support drainage, dust control, and sidewalk upkeep.
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Operators of residential properties in Freeport should treat exterior surfaces with paint or a protective preservative on a regular schedule to satisfy the deterioration-prevention standard in § 128-24(A). Beginning May 1 each year, compliant operators ensure that building entrances have self-closing devices and that windows and ventilation openings are fitted with appropriate screens, removing or replacing them after October 1 as needed. Under § 128-24(C) and (D), property managers generally conduct routine inspections for pest harborage, install wire mesh on basement and cellar openings where infestation risk is present, and keep all yard areas planted with living ground cover that is regularly mowed, trimmed, and irrigated.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in Freeport residential buildings have an interest in the protections established by § 128-24, which requires landlords to maintain pest-free conditions, functional seasonal screening, protected exterior surfaces, and vegetated grounds. If a tenant observes conditions that appear to fall short of these standards—such as missing window screens during the May 1–October 1 period or evidence of rodent or vermin infestation—they may document the conditions and consider reporting them to the local code enforcement or housing authority in Freeport. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Nassau County housing codes can help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available under § 128-24.
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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