Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 147-8
Inspection of premises
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A. Right of entry. The Building Inspector and inspectors and assistants of the Building Department are hereby authorized and shall have the right in the performance of their duties to enter any premises during normal business hours and in emergencies whenever necessary to protect the public interest. B. Duty of owner and occupant. Owners, agents, operators and occupants shall be responsible for providing access to all parts of the premises within their control to authorized inspectors acting in the performance of their duties.
Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 § 147-8 establishes a framework for official inspections of rental premises. Building Department inspectors are authorized to enter properties during normal business hours, and in emergencies whenever the public interest requires it. Both property owners and occupants share a responsibility to provide inspectors with access to all areas of the premises that are within their control.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 147 § 147-8, compliant property owners and their agents generally ensure that Building Department inspectors can access all parts of the premises during normal business hours without obstruction. Operators typically maintain clear records of who is authorized to grant access and communicate inspection procedures to on-site staff or tenants in advance. Failing to facilitate access to authorized inspectors acting in the performance of their duties could be viewed as a violation of this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 147-8 of Spring Valley's Code of Ordinances makes clear that occupants, not just owners, share responsibility for providing Building Department inspectors access to the portions of the premises within their control. Tenants who have questions about their rights during an inspection — such as what constitutes proper authorization or what qualifies as an emergency entry — may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with New York housing law. General enforcement paths can include raising access-related concerns with the Spring Valley Building Department directly or seeking guidance from a local legal aid office.
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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