Islandia, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 138 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 138-11
Inspections
Operative Text
The Code Enforcement Officer is authorized to make or cause to be made inspections, from time to time, to determine the condition of a rental dwelling and to safeguard the health, safety, morals and welfare of the public. The Code Enforcement Officer is authorized to enter, upon consent of the owner or occupant, any rental dwelling and the premises in which the same is located, at any reasonable time during daylight hours or at such other time as may be necessary in an emergency without consent of the owner or occupant for the purpose of performing his duties under this article. It shall be a condition of each rental permit, expressly stated therein, that the Code Enforcement Officer shall have the right to inspect each permitted rental dwelling during the term of the permit in accordance herewith, for the purpose of performing his duties under this article.
Under Islandia, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 138 § 138-11, the village's Code Enforcement Officer has the authority to inspect rental dwellings periodically to assess their condition and protect public health, safety, morals, and welfare. Inspections may occur during reasonable daylight hours with the consent of the owner or occupant, or at any time without consent in an emergency. Every rental permit issued under this article must explicitly state that the right to inspect is a condition of holding that permit.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rental properties in Islandia should be aware that under ch. 138 § 138-11, the right of the Code Enforcement Officer to inspect the dwelling is written directly into each rental permit as a condition of its issuance. Compliant operators generally cooperate with inspection requests made during reasonable daylight hours and maintain their properties in a condition consistent with public health and safety standards. Familiarity with the permit's inspection condition helps operators avoid disputes about access and ensures continued permit validity.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 138-11 of Islandia's Code of Ordinances establishes that rental dwellings are subject to periodic inspections by the Code Enforcement Officer to safeguard occupant health, safety, and welfare. Tenants have an interest in these inspections, as they are designed to ensure the dwelling meets required standards throughout the rental period. Tenants who have concerns about the condition of their rental unit may consider contacting the village's Code Enforcement Office to inquire about an inspection, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options.
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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