Village of Lake Grove, NY Article I General Provisions

§ 136-1 Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to preserve and maintain the health, safety and welfare of the residents of the Incorporated Village of Lake Grove.

§ 136-2 Scope.

This chapter shall apply to the following premises:

A. Lots, plots or parcels of land which are vacant or upon which are buildings used for dwellings, mixed occupancy, commercial, industrial or storage uses, garages or barns, whether occupied or vacant.

B. Residential buildings and any structure vacant or occupied.

C. Accessory structures.

§ 136-3 Applicability; conflicting provisions.

The provisions of this chapter shall supplement local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations enacted or promulgated prior or subsequent to the enactment of this chapter. Where a provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with any provisions of a local law, ordinance, rule or regulation, the provision or requirement which is the more restrictive or which establishes the higher standard shall prevail.

§ 136-4 Inspections; right of entry.

The Village Board or its designated representative shall be authorized to make or cause to be made inspections to determine the conditions of dwellings, lots, buildings, vacant lands, storage buildings and accessory structures in order to safeguard the health, safety, morals and welfare of the public. The village inspectors, so authorized, shall have the power to enter at reasonable times upon any private property for the purpose of inspecting conditions relating to the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter.