N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 9, § 4560.3
(a) Inspection.
A racetrack operator that provides backstretch worker housing shall, at least annually, submit to an inspection of such housing. The inspection shall be conducted by a designated representative of the commission or a local housing authority for the jurisdiction in which the racetrack operator is located and shall be consistent with this Part and requirements in the Property Maintenance Code of the Uniform Code.
(b) Seasonal occupation.
For backstretch worker housing that is occupied seasonally, no occupancy shall be allowed until after the required inspection has been made and the executive director has granted permission for such occupancy.