Chatham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 77 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 77-7
Penalties for offenses
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An owner who fails to register, reregister, or otherwise comply with the provisions of this article shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine not exceeding $250 or to imprisonment for not more than seven days, or both, for each violation.
Section 77-7 of Chatham's rental registration ordinance establishes criminal penalties for owners who fail to register, re-register, or otherwise comply with the article's requirements. Upon conviction, a non-compliant owner may face a fine of up to $250, imprisonment of up to seven days, or both. Each separate violation is treated as a distinct offense, meaning penalties can accumulate across multiple instances of non-compliance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 77 § 77-7 of the Chatham Code of Ordinances, compliant property owners generally ensure that all required registrations and re-registrations are completed on time and that every other obligation under the article is met. Because each violation is treated separately, operators typically maintain records demonstrating ongoing compliance to avoid the risk of multiple fines or, in the most serious cases, criminal conviction. Staying current with registration deadlines is the primary way owners avoid exposure under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 77-7 of Chatham Code ch. 77 provides that an owner's failure to register or re-register a rental unit is a punishable offense, which means tenants may have grounds to raise a landlord's non-compliance as a relevant fact in housing-related proceedings. Tenants who believe their landlord has not met the registration requirements of this article can report the potential violation to the appropriate local enforcement authority in Chatham. Consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Chatham's local ordinances can help tenants understand what options are generally 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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