Great Neck, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 321 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 321-5
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A. Buildings occupied in whole or in part, as defined in this chapter, shall comply with the requirements hereinafter set forth concerning occupancy, size, light and ventilation in order to provide a safe and healthful environment. B. The term "accessory use" shall have a uniform meaning and shall apply in the same manner and under the same conditions or restrictions to all residential buildings.
Great Neck, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 321 § 321-5 establishes that any building used for residential occupancy—whether fully or partially—must meet the chapter's standards for occupancy limits, unit size, lighting, and ventilation. The provision also standardizes the definition of 'accessory use' so that it applies consistently and equally across all residential buildings, without special exceptions for particular property types. Together, these requirements form the baseline framework for what constitutes a safe and healthful residential environment under the chapter.
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Under ch. 321 § 321-5, operators of residential buildings in Great Neck—regardless of whether a building is entirely residential or only partially so—are generally expected to ensure their properties meet the chapter's occupancy, size, light, and ventilation standards at all times. Compliant operators also apply the definition of 'accessory use' uniformly across their residential properties, without treating any building as exempt from those conditions or restrictions. Reviewing the full requirements set forth in ch. 321 helps property managers understand what baseline conditions must be maintained.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ch. 321 § 321-5 gives residential occupants in Great Neck a foundation of minimum standards—covering occupancy, unit size, light, and ventilation—that their building is required to meet. If a tenant believes their building falls short of these baseline requirements, they may raise the provision as a basis for a complaint with the appropriate local code enforcement or housing authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Great Neck's local ordinances can help residents understand what documentation or steps are generally available when these standards appear to be unmet.
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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