Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 122-71
Inspection
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A. Inspectors shall be authorized and have the right, in the performance of their duties, to enter any premises during normal business hours and in emergencies whenever necessary to protect the public interest. B. Owners, agents, operators and occupants shall be responsible for providing access to all parts of the premises within their control to authorized agency personnel acting in the performance of their duties.
Highland Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 122 § 122-71 establishes that authorized inspectors may enter properties during normal business hours or in emergencies when the public interest requires it. The provision also places a corresponding obligation on those who control a property — including owners, agents, operators, and occupants — to allow agency personnel access to all areas under their control. Together, these two rules create a framework of mutual obligation: inspectors have the authority to enter, and those in control of the premises must facilitate that access.
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Under ch. 122 § 122-71, property owners and their agents or operators are expected to cooperate with authorized agency personnel by providing access to all parts of the premises within their control during inspections. Compliant operators typically ensure that common areas, mechanical spaces, and units are accessible during normal business hours and that on-site staff understand the obligation to admit authorized inspectors. Maintaining clear records of inspection visits and keeping contact information current with the relevant agency are practices generally associated with smooth compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 122-71 of Highland Falls's Code of Ordinances makes clear that occupants, like owners and operators, share responsibility for providing access to the portions of a premises they control when authorized agency personnel arrive to perform their duties. As an occupant, understanding this obligation can help clarify what inspectors are permitted to do and what access they may request. Tenants who have questions about the scope of an inspection or their rights during the process may find guidance through local tenant-rights organizations or by contacting the relevant municipal agency directly.
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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