New Hyde Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 139 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 139-10
Inspections
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A. The Building Inspector or any other duly designated inspector is hereby authorized and directed to make all inspections necessary to determine whether compliance with the provisions of this chapter exists. B. For the purpose of making such inspection, the Building Inspector is hereby authorized to enter, examine and survey, at all reasonable times, all dwellings, dwelling units and premises. The owner or occupants of every dwelling or dwelling unit, or the person in charge thereof, shall give the Building Inspector free access to such dwelling or dwelling unit and its premises at all reasonable times for the purpose of such inspection, examination and survey. Every occupant of a dwelling or dwelling unit shall give the owner thereof, or his agent or employee, access to any part of such dwelling or dwelling unit or its premises at all reasonable times for the purpose of making such repairs or alterations as are necessary to effect compliance with the provisions of this chapter or with any lawful rule or regulation adopted or any lawful order issued pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.
New Hyde Park Code ch. 139 § 139-10 establishes a framework for housing inspections within the village. The Building Inspector, or another designated inspector, is authorized to enter and examine dwellings and their premises at reasonable times to verify compliance with the chapter's housing standards. Both property owners and occupants are required to provide access—owners and occupants must allow the inspector in, and occupants must also allow owners or their agents entry when repairs or alterations are needed to achieve compliance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 139 § 139-10, compliant property owners and managers generally ensure that the Building Inspector is granted free access to all dwelling units and premises at reasonable times when an inspection is scheduled or requested. Operators also maintain the practical ability to access units themselves—through proper notice and coordination with occupants—when repairs or alterations are required to meet the chapter's standards. Keeping clear records of inspection requests, access grants, and completed repairs is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 139-10 of New Hyde Park Code ch. 139 means that occupants have a legal obligation to allow the Building Inspector entry at reasonable times, but that obligation is bounded by the 'reasonable times' standard built into the provision. Tenants also have a corresponding duty to permit the property owner or their agent access for repairs needed to bring the unit into compliance with the chapter. If questions arise about whether an access request was reasonable or proper, tenant-rights organizations and local housing agencies can be resources for understanding how this provision has been interpreted and applied.
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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