Fort Edward, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 79A (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 79A-12
Penalties and offenses
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Any person who shall violate any provision of this chapter shall be subject to the applicable penalties under this chapter, in addition to those imposed by Article 18, § 382, and any other applicable code or ordinance, without limitation. The chapter penalties include: A. Fines. The person who violates any provision of this chapter shall be liable to a civil penalty of not more than $250 for each day or part thereof during which such violation shall be continued. B. Alternatively, or in addition to an action to recover the civil penalties provided by Subsection "A," the Town Board may institute any appropriate action or proceeding to prevent, restrain, enjoin, correct or abate any violation of or to enforce any provision of this chapter.
Fort Edward, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 79A § 79A-12 establishes the consequences for violating any provision of Chapter 79A. A civil penalty of up to $250 may be assessed for each day, or part of a day, that a violation continues. Beyond monetary fines, the Town Board is also authorized to pursue legal or equitable remedies—such as injunctions or abatement orders—either alongside or instead of civil penalties, and additional penalties under Article 18, § 382 or other applicable codes may also apply.
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Property owners and managers subject to Fort Edward's Chapter 79A should be aware that § 79A-12 makes non-compliance a potentially costly ongoing liability, since the $250-per-day civil penalty accumulates for every day a violation persists. Operators who identify a potential violation generally act promptly to correct it, document the corrective steps taken, and confirm that the property returns to full compliance as quickly as possible. The Town Board's authority to seek injunctive or abatement relief under § 79A-12 means that monetary exposure is not the only consequence a non-compliant operator may face.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Fort Edward, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 79A § 79A-12, tenants living in properties that may be out of compliance with Chapter 79A can take note that the law provides meaningful enforcement tools, including daily civil penalties against violators and the Town Board's power to compel corrections through legal action. Tenants who believe a landlord is violating Chapter 79A may consider contacting the Town of Fort Edward directly to report the condition and inquire about the complaint process. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office can help clarify what options exist under § 79A-12 and related provisions.
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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