Hempstead Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 106 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 106-13
Offers to rent
Operative Text
No person or business entity, including, without limitation, an owner, real estate brokerage firm, real estate company, real estate broker and/or agent, shall solicit, advertise, cause, permit and/or allow another person or business entity to solicit, advertise, or publish to the general public or to a selected segment of the general public a written offer to lease, hire or otherwise occupy a rental dwelling unit, within the Village of Hempstead, unless the rental dwelling has in effect a valid permit for the rental dwelling unit. For purposes of this section, "publish" means to promulgate to the general public or to selected segments of the general public in a newspaper, magazine, flyer, handbill, mailed circular, bulletin board, sign or electronic media. Violation of this section shall be unlawful and an offense within the meaning of the Hempstead Village Code.
Section 106-13 of the Hempstead Village Code prohibits any person or business entity — including owners, brokers, and agents — from advertising or publishing a rental offer for a dwelling unit in the Village of Hempstead unless that unit already holds a valid rental permit. The rule covers a wide range of advertising channels, from printed flyers and signs to electronic media. A rental offer made without the required permit in place is treated as an unlawful offense under the Village Code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 106-13, compliant operators in Hempstead Village secure a valid rental permit for each dwelling unit before listing it on any platform — whether a newspaper, online listing site, flyer, or sign. Because the prohibition extends to third parties acting on an owner's behalf, property managers and real estate agents working with a property should also confirm permit status prior to publishing any advertisement. Keeping permit documentation current and readily accessible helps demonstrate compliance if a question arises.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 106-13 gives tenants a basis to check whether a unit they are considering was legally advertised — a landlord or agent who marketed a unit without a valid rental permit may have committed an offense under the Hempstead Village Code. If a tenant believes a rental was advertised in violation of this provision, they may consider contacting Hempstead Village's code enforcement or building department to inquire about permit status. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Nassau County housing rules can help explain what options may be available in a given 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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