Esopus, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 101 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 101-8
Penalties for offenses
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Violations of this chapter will constitute an offense within the meaning of the Penal Law of the State of New York, punishable as provided for herein. In addition, a violation of any provision of this chapter shall constitute a municipal infraction and will be subject to applicable penalties under this chapter, and the Town of Esopus may choose to enforce this chapter as a criminal or civil matter, or both. Any owner who violates, disobeys, neglects or refuses to comply with any of the terms of this chapter shall be subject to a fine/penalty of up to $1,000 and/or up to 15 days in jail. Each week a violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense subjecting the offender to additional fines/penalties of up to $1,000 per day and/or additional jail sentences of up to 15 days.
Section 101-8 of Esopus, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 101 establishes the consequences for failing to comply with the town's rental regulations chapter. A violation can be treated as a criminal offense under New York Penal Law, a civil municipal infraction, or both, at the town's discretion. An owner found in violation may face a fine of up to $1,000 and/or up to 15 days in jail for an initial offense, with each continuing week treated as a separate offense carrying additional penalties of up to $1,000 per day and/or an additional 15-day jail term.
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Property owners and managers subject to Esopus, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 101 § 101-8 should be aware that non-compliance can trigger both criminal and civil enforcement simultaneously. Operators who maintain ongoing compliance with every provision of ch. 101 avoid the compounding penalty structure, under which each week of a continuing violation is treated as a new, separately punishable offense. Keeping thorough records of corrective actions taken in response to any identified deficiency is a practice commonly associated with demonstrating good-faith compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Esopus, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 101 § 101-8, tenants should know that the town itself holds enforcement authority and can pursue violations against a non-compliant owner as a criminal matter, a civil matter, or both. If a landlord's violation is ongoing, the penalty structure escalates week by week, which may provide additional incentive for prompt correction. Tenants who believe their landlord is violating ch. 101 may consider contacting the Town of Esopus directly to report the issue, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance on 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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