Hempstead Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 99 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 99-16
Review of application; issuance of permit
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A. The Code Enforcement Official shall review each rental permit application for completeness and accuracy and shall make an on-site inspection of the proposed rental dwelling unit or units. B. If satisfied that the proposed rental dwelling unit or units, as well as the premises in which the same are located, comply fully with all applicable state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations of the county and Town, and that such rental dwelling unit or units would not create an unsafe or dangerous condition or create an unsafe and substandard structure as defined in the Hempstead Town Code or create a nuisance to nearby properties, the Commissioner of Buildings Official shall issue the rental occupancy permit or permits. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Commissioner of Buildings may deny such registration and permit, or renewal thereof, where there is an existing violation of any provision of the Hempstead Town Code, Building Zone Ordinance or New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, at such property which is reasonably related to the safe use and occupancy of the property for residential purposes.
Under Hempstead Town Code ch. 99 § 99-16, the Code Enforcement Official is required to review every rental permit application for completeness and accuracy and to conduct an on-site inspection of the proposed rental unit. A rental occupancy permit may only be issued when the unit and the property it sits on fully comply with all applicable state, county, and local laws and do not create unsafe, substandard, or nuisance conditions. The Commissioner of Buildings retains authority to deny or refuse to renew a permit when an existing code violation at the property is reasonably connected to the safe residential use and occupancy of that property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators seeking a rental occupancy permit under ch. 99 § 99-16 generally ensure that their units and the broader premises are in full compliance with state and local codes before submitting an application, since the Code Enforcement Official will conduct an on-site inspection as part of the review process. Outstanding violations of the Hempstead Town Code, the Building Zone Ordinance, or the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code that relate to safe residential use can result in denial or non-renewal of the permit. Compliant operators typically resolve any open violations before applying or renewing, and maintain records demonstrating that the property meets all applicable standards.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 99-16 of the Hempstead Town Code establishes that a rental unit must pass an on-site inspection and meet all applicable safety and habitability standards before a rental occupancy permit can lawfully be issued. Tenants who have concerns about whether their unit was properly permitted, or who believe the property has unresolved code violations affecting safe occupancy, may contact the Hempstead Town Department of Buildings to inquire about the permit status or to report conditions. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help residents understand how permit and inspection requirements under ch. 99 § 99-16 may be relevant to their housing situation.
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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