Glen Cove, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 168 § 168-68
Designation of agent by owner
Operative Text
A. Every owner who rents a residential rental premises which is subject to the provisions of this article and who does not maintain a bona fide residence in the County of Nassau or an adjoining county within the meaning of New York Criminal Procedure Law, § 150.40 , shall designate an agent who maintains a bona fide residence in the County of Nassau or an adjoining county. Such designation shall be indicated in the space provided by the owner on the registry application form as provided herein. B. A designated agent of an owner may be served with a notice of violation or order of violation or an appearance ticket or other service of process, whether criminal or civil, pursuant to and subject to the provisions of law, as if actually served upon the owner. C. No owner who designates an agent pursuant to the provisions of this article may assert the defense of lack of notice or lack of in personam jurisdiction based solely upon the service of process upon his designated agent.
Glen Cove Code § 168-68 requires residential rental property owners who live outside Nassau County and its neighboring counties to formally designate a local agent — someone who does reside in that area — by listing that agent on the registry application. Once an agent is designated, legal notices, violation orders, appearance tickets, and other process can be served on that agent with the same legal effect as if served directly on the owner. An owner who has named such an agent cannot later claim they lacked notice or that a court lacks personal jurisdiction over them simply because service was made through the agent rather than directly.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 168-68, property owners who manage Glen Cove rental units from outside Nassau County or an adjoining county are generally expected to identify a locally resident agent on the official registry application form. Compliant operators keep that agent designation current so that any notice of violation, order, or legal process can be received and acted upon without delay. Because the ordinance explicitly bars owners from contesting jurisdiction or notice based on agent service, maintaining an accurate and reachable local agent is a core administrative responsibility under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 168-68 establishes a mechanism that can make it easier to reach an out-of-area landlord through a locally designated agent when violations arise. If a landlord subject to this provision has failed to designate a proper local agent, that gap may be relevant when pursuing a complaint or enforcement action related to the rental property. Tenants who believe this requirement has not been met can contact the Glen Cove housing or code enforcement office, or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization, to understand what options may be available.
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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