Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 248 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 248-21
Penalties for offenses
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Any person, firm or corporation who violates, disobeys, neglects or refuses to comply with any of the terms of this article shall be guilty of a violation and subject to a fine of not more than $500. Each week a violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense.
Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 248 § 248-21 establishes that any individual, business, or corporation that fails to comply with the requirements of the article commits a violation subject to a fine of up to $500. Importantly, each week that a violation remains uncorrected is treated as a distinct, separate offense, meaning fines can accumulate over time. The provision applies broadly to any form of non-compliance, whether through active disobedience or simple neglect.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 248 § 248-21, compliant property owners and managers promptly address any identified deficiencies under the article to avoid ongoing financial exposure. Because each week of continued non-compliance constitutes a separate offense, operators generally act quickly upon receiving notice of a violation rather than allowing issues to persist. Maintaining records of corrective actions taken can help demonstrate good-faith efforts toward compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 248 § 248-21 provides an enforcement mechanism that may be relevant to tenants experiencing ongoing violations of the article's requirements. Because fines can accumulate on a week-by-week basis, a landlord's failure to remedy a problem over time may carry increasing legal consequences. Tenants who believe a violation is occurring may consider contacting Canton Village local authorities, consulting a tenant-rights organization, or seeking independent legal guidance to understand available options.
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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