White Plains requires rental dwelling registration and a Certificate of Occupancy inspection for most residential rentals under Building Department rules. Two-family and multi-family rentals are the primary focus.
Owners of 1–4 family rental properties must register with the Building Department and obtain a rental Certificate of Occupancy. Inspections verify smoke/CO detectors, egress, electrical, and occupancy limits. Larger multi-family buildings are subject to Westchester County multifamily inspection programs and annual fire inspections.
Operating without rental CO: fines $250–$1,000 and orders to vacate. CO can be denied until violations cured.
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