Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 12-133
Access to dwellings
Operative Text
The owner, operator, agent or occupant of every dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit or premises shall give personnel authorized in § 12-132 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 12-133 of Tuckahoe's Code of Ordinances requires that anyone who owns, operates, manages, or occupies a dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house, rooming unit, or premises must allow authorized inspection personnel to enter and inspect the property. Access must be provided during reasonable business hours, or at any time when an emergency makes it necessary. The provision does not grant unlimited entry; it ties access to the inspection authority established in § 12-132.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 12-133, compliant property owners and operators generally ensure that authorized inspectors can gain entry to all covered dwelling units, rooming houses, and premises during normal business hours without obstruction. Operators typically maintain clear communication channels so that inspection appointments can be scheduled and honored promptly. In emergency situations, the obligation to provide access extends beyond standard business hours, so having a reliable point of contact available is a common practice among compliant operators.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-133 establishes that occupants, not just owners, share the obligation to allow authorized inspectors access to their dwelling unit or rooming unit at reasonable times. Tenants generally have the right to verify that anyone seeking entry is actually authorized under § 12-132 before granting access. If questions arise about whether an inspection request is proper or whether access rights are being misused, tenant-rights organizations and local housing offices can be useful resources for understanding how this provision applies.
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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