North Hempstead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 2 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 2-116
Broker's responsibility prior to listing
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It shall be unlawful and a violation of this article and an offense within the meaning of the Penal Law of the State of New York for any broker or agent to list, show or otherwise offer for lease or rent on behalf of the owner any dwelling unit for which a current rental occupancy permit has not been issued by the Code Enforcement Officer. It shall be the broker or agent's duty to verify the existence of a valid permit before acting on behalf of the owner.
Under North Hempstead Code ch. 2 § 2-116, it is unlawful for any real estate broker or agent to list, show, or otherwise market a dwelling unit for lease or rent unless a current rental occupancy permit has been issued by the Code Enforcement Officer. The rule places the verification burden squarely on the broker or agent, not the owner, requiring them to confirm a valid permit exists before taking any action on the owner's behalf. A violation of this provision is treated not merely as a local code infraction but as an offense under New York State Penal Law.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners in North Hempstead should be aware that under Code ch. 2 § 2-116, any broker or agent they engage to market a rental unit is legally required to verify that a current rental occupancy permit has been issued before listing or showing the property. Compliant operators typically ensure their rental occupancy permit is current and readily available to share with any broker or agent prior to engaging their services. Keeping permit documentation up to date and accessible helps facilitate a smooth listing process and reduces the risk of a violation being attributed to the marketing of the unit.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
North Hempstead Code ch. 2 § 2-116 provides that a dwelling unit should not have been listed or shown to prospective tenants unless a valid rental occupancy permit was in place at the time. If a tenant discovers that a unit was marketed without such a permit, that fact may be relevant to housing complaints or code enforcement proceedings, and tenants can report suspected violations to the North Hempstead Code Enforcement Officer. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Nassau County housing regulations can help explain what options may be available when a unit appears to have been offered in violation of this provision.
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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