Greenport, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 103-17
Penalties for offenses
Operative Text
A. Any violation of this chapter shall be subject to the following consequences and penalties: (1) Subject to any right of appeal pursuant to § 103-15 , suspension or revocation of any applicable rental permit in accordance with § 103-14 ; (2) Disqualification from the receipt of any rental permit for a period of three years; (3) The following civil penalties: (a) The first violation of this chapter within an eighteen-month period by any person shall be punishable by a fine of not less than $500 nor more than $1500; (b) The second violation of this chapter within an eighteen-month period by any person shall be punishable by a fine of not less than $1,000 nor more than $2,500; and (c) The third violation of this chapter within an eighteen-month period by any person shall be punishable by a fine of not less than $1,500 nor more than $5,000; (4) Criminal penalties in a sum determined by the Village Board of Trustees; and/or (5) Any other remedy available to the Village of Greenport under local or state law, including enforcement action or criminal prosecution for perjury and fraud. B. Each day that a violation of this chapter exists shall constitute a separate violation of this chapter. C. A violation existing in respect of any dwelling unit under this chapter shall be considered a violation by both the tenant and the owner of such dwelling unit and, at the sole discretion of the Village, either the tenant or the owner or both the tenant and the owner may be charged with and prosecuted for the existence of a violation. D. Additionally, in lieu of imposing the fine authorized by this chapter, in accordance with Penal Law § 80.05(5) , the court may sentence any defendant to pay an amount, fixed by the court, not exceeding double the amount of rent collected by an owner over the term of any occupancy in violation of this chapter.
Greenport, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 § 103-17 establishes a tiered penalty structure for violations of the village's rental permit chapter. Civil fines escalate with each offense within an eighteen-month window, ranging from $500–$1,500 for a first violation up to $1,500–$5,000 for a third, and every day a violation continues counts as a separate offense. Beyond fines, consequences can include rental permit suspension or revocation, a three-year disqualification from holding a permit, criminal penalties set by the Village Board of Trustees, and—as an alternative to fines—a court-ordered payment of up to double the rent collected during the period of non-compliance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to Greenport, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 § 103-17 generally maintain full compliance with all rental permit requirements at all times, because each day of non-compliance is treated as a distinct violation that can trigger escalating civil fines. Compliant operators keep their rental permits current, respond promptly to any notice of violation, and are aware that a third offense within eighteen months can result in fines up to $5,000 per day as well as permit revocation and a three-year disqualification. Operators also note that a court may, in lieu of standard fines, impose a penalty equal to double the rent collected during any period of unlawful occupancy under § 103-17(D).
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Greenport, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 § 103-17(C), a violation of the rental permit chapter can be attributed to a tenant, an owner, or both, at the village's discretion, meaning tenants are not automatically shielded from prosecution. Tenants who believe a violation exists—or who have received notice of one—may wish to review the appeal rights outlined in § 103-15 and consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney familiar with New York village law to understand how this provision may affect their situation. Because the village retains broad enforcement discretion, including the ability to pursue criminal prosecution for fraud or perjury under § 103-17(A)(5), tenants facing any enforcement action under this chapter generally benefit from seeking independent guidance promptly.
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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