Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 140 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 140-4
Penalties for offenses
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Any person who shall violate any provision of this chapter, or any other rules and regulations adopted by the Building Inspector pursuant to this chapter, shall be guilty of a violation punishable by a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment for a period not to exceed 15 days, or both. Each day's continued violation shall constitute a separate violation.
Section 140-4 of Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 140 establishes that violations of the chapter's housing provisions—or any related rules adopted by the Building Inspector—carry criminal-style penalties. A violation can result in a fine of up to $500, up to 15 days of imprisonment, or both. Importantly, each day that a violation continues is treated as a distinct, separate offense, meaning penalties can accumulate over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 140-4 of Atlantic Beach's Chapter 140, property owners and managers who fail to comply with the chapter's requirements or the Building Inspector's adopted rules face fines of up to $500 per day, potential imprisonment, or both. Because each day of noncompliance constitutes its own separate violation, operators generally act promptly to correct any identified deficiency rather than allowing it to persist. Compliant operators typically maintain ongoing familiarity with both the chapter's provisions and any supplemental rules issued by the Building Inspector.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 140-4 of Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 140 provides that violations of housing rules under this chapter are punishable offenses, with penalties that accrue daily—meaning a landlord's ongoing noncompliance can give rise to multiple violations. Tenants who believe a landlord is violating Chapter 140 may consider reporting the condition to the Atlantic Beach Building Inspector, who has authority to enforce the chapter's provisions. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help residents understand what options may be available under this provision.
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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