Valley Stream, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 46A (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 46A-7
Denial of application; revocation of permit
Operative Text
A. Basis for denial. Any application for a rental permit, including the renewal or transfer of a permit, can be denied for the reasons set forth in § 46A-8 . In the event an application is denied, notice of denial shall be given, in writing, and served by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, and by regular mail, to the applicant at the address shown on the application. If the notice is returned by the post office as undeliverable for any reason, as long as it was properly addressed, service of the notice shall be valid. B. Notice of denial. The notice of denial shall set forth the grounds therefor and contain a statement that the applicant may appeal such denial by filing a written request for an appeal thereof with the Clerk, Zoning Board of Appeals within 30 days of receipt of the notice of denial, together with payment of $100 to cover the costs of processing the appeal. The notice shall also contain a statement that the applicant may submit written objections to the denial, and any other information the applicant deems advisable or necessary. C. The protocol in such cases shall be as provided for in § 46A-11 for the revocation of a permit.
Valley Stream Code § 46A-7 establishes the process by which a rental permit application—including renewals and transfers—may be denied, and how that denial is communicated. When a denial occurs, the applicant must receive written notice sent by both registered or certified mail (return receipt requested) and regular mail, with the notice detailing the specific grounds for denial. The applicant then has 30 days from receipt of that notice to appeal the decision to the Zoning Board of Appeals by filing a written request with the Clerk and paying a $100 processing fee, and may also submit written objections or supporting information.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Valley Stream should be aware that under § 46A-7, any rental permit application—whether new, a renewal, or a transfer—is subject to denial on the grounds outlined in § 46A-8, and that the municipality follows a specific dual-mail notice procedure to communicate such denials. A compliant operator generally keeps application addresses current and accurate, since a properly addressed notice is considered validly served even if returned as undeliverable. Operators who receive a denial typically track the 30-day appeal window carefully, prepare any written objections or supporting documentation, and budget for the $100 appeal processing fee if they intend to challenge the decision before the Zoning Board of Appeals.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants in Valley Stream may find § 46A-7 relevant when evaluating whether a landlord holds a valid rental permit, since this provision governs how permit denials and revocations are handled. If a landlord's permit application has been denied or is under appeal, that status can affect the legality of the rental arrangement, and tenants may wish to inquire with the appropriate local office about a unit's permit standing. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Valley Stream's rental permit requirements under Chapter 46A can help explain what options may be available when a unit's permit status is in question.
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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