Newark, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 90 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 90-20
Identification of inspectors
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Inspectors and authorized personnel of the Code Enforcement Agency shall be supplied with official identification and shall exhibit such identification when entering any dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit or premises.
Under Newark, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 90 § 90-20, inspectors and other authorized personnel from the Code Enforcement Agency are required to carry official identification and must show it whenever they enter a dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit, or other premises. This rule establishes a baseline verification standard so that occupants can confirm the identity and authority of anyone entering under the agency's authority. The provision applies each time an entry occurs, not just on initial visits.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 90 § 90-20, property owners and managers should be aware that Code Enforcement Agency inspectors are obligated to present official identification before or upon entering any dwelling or premises. Compliant operators typically familiarize themselves with what official agency credentials look like so they can recognize legitimate inspections. Keeping a record of inspector names, badge numbers, and visit dates is a common practice among property managers who want to document each inspection event.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 90-20 of Newark's Code of Ordinances gives occupants the right to see official identification from any Code Enforcement Agency inspector or authorized personnel before allowing entry into their home. If someone claiming to be an inspector cannot or will not produce such identification, tenants generally have grounds to question whether the entry is authorized under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations and the local Code Enforcement Agency itself can be consulted to understand what valid credentials should look like and what options exist if this requirement appears to have been violated.
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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