New Hyde Park, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 139 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 139-44
Vacant buildings, structures and open spaces
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Every person owning or having charge or control of any building, structure or open spaces on any land or parcel of land which has been vacant or unoccupied for more than 30 days shall be required to: A. Remove all combustible waste and refuse therefrom and lock, barricade, bar or otherwise secure all windows, doors and other openings in all buildings or structures so as to reasonably prevent entry by unauthorized persons; and B. Dispose of all garbage, litter, refuse, debris, junk and other solid waste in or about the premises in a safe and sanitary manner and keep and maintain such premises free and clear therefrom and in broom-clean condition; and C. Exterminate or eliminate all harborages of insect pests, rodents, vermin and other animal pests and keep and maintain the premises free and clear therefrom.
New Hyde Park Code ch. 139 § 139-44 establishes ongoing maintenance obligations for vacant or unoccupied buildings, structures, and open spaces that have sat empty for more than 30 days. Under this rule, whoever owns or controls such a property must remove combustible materials and secure all openings against unauthorized entry, keep the premises free of garbage and debris in a sanitary condition, and eliminate pest harborages including insects, rodents, and vermin. The rule applies continuously for as long as the property remains vacant, not just at the moment it becomes unoccupied.
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Operators and owners subject to § 139-44 of the New Hyde Park Code generally maintain compliance by establishing a regular inspection schedule for any property vacant beyond 30 days. Compliant practice typically includes boarding or locking all windows, doors, and other openings; arranging for routine debris and refuse removal; and contracting with a licensed pest-control provider to address any rodent or insect harborages. Keeping dated records of inspections, waste disposal, and extermination services helps demonstrate ongoing adherence to ch. 139 § 139-44's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
If you are a tenant, neighbor, or community member concerned about a vacant property that appears to violate the maintenance standards set out in New Hyde Park Code ch. 139 § 139-44, you may report the condition to the appropriate New Hyde Park municipal code enforcement or building department. Documented evidence such as photographs and written descriptions of the conditions—unsecured openings, accumulated refuse, or visible pest activity—can support a complaint. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing advocacy groups can help explain what remedies or follow-up steps may be available under § 139-44.
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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