Great Neck Plaza, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 124 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 124-7
Occupancy classification of buildings
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Buildings for the purpose of this code shall be classified in respect to their occupancies as follows: A. One-family and two-family dwellings. Buildings containing one or two dwelling units with not more than one family in either one of such dwelling units. B. Multiple dwellings. Buildings containing three or more dwelling units; apartment houses; and garden apartments. C. Accessory structures. Garages, carports and similar-type structures on residential premises. D. Hotels. E. Specialized senior housing facilities.
Great Neck Plaza Code of Ordinances ch. 124 § 124-7 establishes a classification system that sorts residential buildings into distinct occupancy categories: one- and two-family dwellings (limited to one family per unit), multiple dwellings of three or more units including apartment houses and garden apartments, accessory structures such as garages and carports, hotels, and specialized senior housing facilities. Each category carries its own regulatory implications under the broader housing code. The classification a building falls into determines which rules apply to it throughout the code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 124 § 124-7, property owners and managers in Great Neck Plaza generally identify the correct occupancy classification for each building they operate, since that classification governs which code requirements apply. A compliant operator ensures that any change in use—such as converting a two-family home into a three-unit building—is reflected in the building's official classification. Maintaining accurate occupancy records helps demonstrate compliance when the village reviews a property.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 124-7 of the Great Neck Plaza Code of Ordinances defines the occupancy category that applies to the building where a tenant lives, which in turn shapes what protections and standards govern that building. Tenants in multiple dwellings, for example, may have access to different code protections than those in a one- or two-family home. Tenants who believe their building has been misclassified or that the wrong standards are being applied can contact the village's code enforcement office or consult a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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