Larchmont, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 215 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 215-13.1
Vacant establishments
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A. Removal of signage; covering required. (1) When a commercial or retail establishment in the Village of Larchmont has become vacant and has remained vacant for a period in excess of 30 days, the owner, lessee or other responsible individual or entity shall remove all signage from windows, including windows in doors, and place a covering in the storefront to block the view of the interior of the premises to public view. The covering shall be of such material as provided below. B. Covering specifications. The covering may consist of: (1) Frosted translucent window film adhered to the interior of window, covering the entire window, including windows in doors, with the exception of a "For Lease" sign in compliance with the appropriate code. C. Maintenance of window display areas. (1) Any and all window display areas shall be kept clean, free of hazard and free of debris. Further, cracked or broken glass display windows shall be replaced with glass.
Section 215-13.1 of Larchmont's Code of Ordinances establishes rules for commercial and retail storefronts that have been vacant for more than 30 days. Once that threshold is reached, all window signage must be removed and the storefront windows must be covered with an approved material—such as frosted translucent film—to block the interior from public view, with a limited exception for a compliant 'For Lease' sign. Regardless of vacancy status, all window display areas must remain clean, hazard-free, and free of debris, and any cracked or broken glass must be replaced.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and owners of commercial properties in Larchmont should be aware that under § 215-13.1, a storefront vacant beyond 30 days triggers specific obligations: window signage comes down, and approved covering material—such as frosted translucent film applied to the interior of the glass—goes up across all windows, including those in doors. A 'For Lease' sign that meets applicable code requirements is the one permitted exception to the full-coverage rule. Compliant property managers also maintain window display areas in a clean, debris-free, and hazard-free condition at all times, and promptly replace any cracked or broken glass.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
While § 215-13.1 primarily addresses commercial property owners, tenants who lease retail or commercial space in Larchmont should understand that the obligation to cover windows and maintain storefronts after 30 days of vacancy may fall on the owner, lessee, or another responsible party—meaning a commercial tenant could bear some responsibility depending on the lease arrangement. If a neighboring vacant storefront appears to be out of compliance with these standards, residents and business operators can raise the matter with the Village of Larchmont's code enforcement office. Consulting a tenant-rights or commercial-leasing organization can help clarify how § 215-13.1 interacts with any specific lease obligations.
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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