Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-14
Access to dwellings for inspections
Operative Text
The owner, operator, agent or occupant of every dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit or premises shall give personnel authorized in § 190-13 access to such dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit and premises for the purpose of such inspections at any reasonable time during business hours or at such other times as may be necessary in an emergency.
Section 190-14 of the Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 establishes that owners, operators, agents, and occupants of dwellings, rooming houses, and related premises must allow authorized inspection personnel to enter and inspect those properties. Access must be provided during reasonable business hours, or at any time when an emergency makes it necessary. The rule applies to all parties connected to a dwelling — not just the owner — and covers the full range of residential housing types addressed by the chapter.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Newburgh Code § 190-14, compliant property owners and operators generally maintain a practice of promptly granting entry to personnel authorized under § 190-13 when they arrive during normal business hours for a scheduled or routine inspection. Operators also recognize that emergency circumstances can require access outside of standard hours, and they avoid obstructing or delaying inspectors in those situations. Keeping clear records of inspection visits and maintaining open communication with authorized personnel is a common practice among operators seeking to stay in compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 190-14 places the access obligation on occupants as well as owners, meaning tenants may be required to allow authorized inspectors into their unit during reasonable business hours or in an emergency. At the same time, the provision's reference to 'authorized' personnel under § 190-13 means tenants can verify that anyone requesting entry is properly authorized before granting access. Tenants who have questions about what constitutes proper authorization or who believe an access request was improper may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or the City of Newburgh for guidance.
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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