Larchmont, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 215 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 215-39
Search warrants
Operative Text
In addition to the provisions of § 215-25 , the Building Inspector may, upon affidavit, apply to the Village Justice of the Village of Larchmont for a search warrant, setting forth factually the actual conditions and circumstances that provide a reasonable basis for believing that a nuisance or violation of this chapter exists on the premises, and if the Village Justice is satisfied as to the matter set forth in said affidavit, he/she shall authorize the issuance of a search warrant permitting access to and inspection of that part of the premises on which the nuisance or violation exists. Warrants for access may be issued by the Village Justice upon affidavit of the Building Inspector establishing grounds thereof.
Section 215-39 of Larchmont's Code of Ordinances establishes a formal legal pathway for the Building Inspector to obtain a search warrant when access to a property is needed to investigate a suspected nuisance or code violation. To obtain such a warrant, the Building Inspector must submit a sworn affidavit to the Village Justice of Larchmont describing the factual conditions that give reasonable cause to believe a violation exists. If the Village Justice finds the affidavit sufficient, a warrant may be issued authorizing inspection of the relevant portion of the premises. This process operates alongside the inspection authority already described in § 215-25.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 215-39, a property owner or manager should be aware that the Building Inspector has a court-backed mechanism to gain access to a property even without the owner's consent, provided a Village Justice approves a sworn affidavit establishing reasonable grounds. Operators who maintain properties in compliance with Chapter 215 and who cooperate with routine inspection requests under § 215-25 generally reduce the circumstances that would prompt the Building Inspector to seek a warrant. Keeping records of maintenance, repairs, and prior inspections can help demonstrate ongoing compliance if questions about property conditions arise.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 215-39 gives tenants an indirect protection by ensuring that suspected nuisances or code violations on a property can be formally investigated through a court-authorized search warrant, even if a landlord refuses access to the Building Inspector. Tenants who believe a nuisance or housing code violation exists at their residence may report those conditions to the Village of Larchmont's Building Department, which can then pursue the warrant process described in § 215-39 if warranted. Tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help residents understand how this inspection and enforcement process may relate to their broader housing rights under Chapter 215.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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