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Town of Ghent, NY local landlord rules

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Last reviewed 2026-10-16

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Rental licensing / registrationIn the Town of Ghent, a residential rental unit can't be rented or occupied without a Building Inspector inspection and a residential occ…

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Rental licensing / registration

In the Town of Ghent, a residential rental unit can't be rented or occupied without a Building Inspector inspection and a residential occupancy permit (§ 136-4). Code text: "It shall be unlawful and a violation of this chapter for an owner or agent to rent, lease, or otherwise allow the occupancy of any residential rental dwelling unit that is subject to the provisions of this chapter without the inspection from the Building Inspector and/or without obtaining a residential occupancy permit as required herein."

Verified Source: Town of Ghent Code, "ch. 136: Rental Property", § 136-4 · last checked 2026-10-16

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