Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 82 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 82-9
Exterior structure
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A. Foundation exterior walls. The foundation walls of every structure used for human habitation shall be maintained in good and neat repair and be structurally sound. B. Weather- and watertight. Every structure used for human habitation shall be so maintained that it will be weather- and watertight. C. Overhanging objects. Every structure used for human habitation shall be free of loose overhanging objects. D. Infestation and screening. (1) Grounds, buildings and structures shall be maintained free of insect, vermin and rodent harborage and infestation. Methods used for exterminating insects, vermin and rodents shall conform to generally accepted practice. (2) Where the potential for rodent or vermin infestation exists, windows and other openings in basements and cellars shall be appropriately screened with wire mesh or other suitable materials. (3) From June 1 to October 1, entrances to residential buildings shall be provided with self-closing-type devices or screens, and windows and other openings used for ventilation shall be appropriately screened. Screens shall not be required in rooms located sufficiently high in the upper stories of multiple dwellings so as to be free of mosquitoes, flies and other flying insects. E. Subsections A to D of this section shall also apply to accessory structures.
Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 82 § 82-9 establishes baseline standards for the exterior condition of residential structures. Foundation walls must be kept structurally sound and in good repair, and the entire structure must remain weather- and watertight and free of loose overhanging objects. The rule also requires that grounds and buildings be kept free of pest infestations, that appropriate screening be installed to prevent rodent or vermin entry, and that self-closing devices or screens be in place on entrances and ventilation openings during the summer months from June 1 through October 1. These requirements extend to accessory structures as well.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of residential properties in Manorhaven are generally expected to conduct regular inspections of foundation walls, exterior surfaces, and rooflines to ensure compliance with § 82-9's structural and weatherproofing standards. Compliant property managers typically maintain pest-control programs consistent with accepted industry practices, install wire mesh or equivalent screening on basement and cellar openings where infestation risk exists, and ensure that building entrances are equipped with self-closing devices or screens each year between June 1 and October 1. These obligations extend beyond the main dwelling to any accessory structures on the property.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Manorhaven, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 82 § 82-9, tenants in residential buildings have an interest in habitable exterior conditions, including a structurally sound foundation, a weather- and watertight envelope, freedom from pest infestation, and proper seasonal screening. If conditions such as rodent intrusion, a deteriorating foundation, or missing entrance screens appear to fall short of these standards, tenants may consider documenting the issues in writing and notifying the landlord or the appropriate local code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Nassau County housing codes can help residents understand available options, including whether a formal complaint or other enforcement path may be appropriate under § 82-9.
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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