Southampton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 270 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 270-10
Inspections
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The enforcement authority and Town personnel who are engaged in the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter are authorized to make or cause to be made inspections to determine the condition of rental properties to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of the public. The enforcement authority and Town personnel who are engaged in the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter are authorized to enter upon any rental property, with the consent of the owner, person, managing agent, or designee responsible for the maintenance, collection of rent, and/or operation of a rental property if the rental property is unoccupied or upon consent of the occupant if the rental property is occupied.
Southampton Town Code ch. 270 § 270-10 authorizes designated Town enforcement personnel to inspect rental properties in order to assess conditions that may affect public health, safety, and welfare. Entry onto an unoccupied rental property requires the consent of the owner, managing agent, or another responsible party, while entry onto an occupied property requires the occupant's consent. The provision establishes inspection authority as a tool for ensuring rental housing meets applicable standards, not as an automatic right of entry without permission.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Southampton Town Code ch. 270 § 270-10, compliant rental property operators generally cooperate with Town enforcement personnel who request access for inspection purposes. When a property is unoccupied, consent from the owner, managing agent, or designated responsible party is the operative trigger for lawful entry. Maintaining clear lines of communication with the Town and designating a responsible contact person are practices commonly associated with smooth compliance under this chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Southampton Town Code ch. 270 § 270-10 establishes that Town enforcement personnel may only enter an occupied rental unit with the occupant's consent, meaning tenants retain a meaningful say in whether an inspection proceeds. If a tenant believes rental property conditions pose a health or safety concern, this provision provides a framework under which Town enforcement authority can conduct inspections. Tenants who have questions about their rights under ch. 270 may consider reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization or consulting the Southampton Town enforcement office for general information.
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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