Ithaca, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 258 § 258-11
Penalties for offenses
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Any landlord or agent who violates any provision of § 258-10 shall be liable for a civil penalty of up to $500. Factors to be considered when assessing the fine would include the number of tenants, the number of units on the property, etc.
Section 258-11 of Ithaca's Code of Ordinances establishes a civil penalty of up to $500 for any landlord or agent who violates the requirements set out in § 258-10. When determining the size of the penalty, decision-makers may weigh factors such as how many tenants are affected and how many units the property contains. The provision applies to both property owners and their agents acting on their behalf.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 258-11, landlords and their agents face civil penalties of up to $500 for each violation of § 258-10, with the final amount influenced by the scale of the property and the number of tenants involved. Compliant operators generally ensure that all requirements of § 258-10 are met across every unit and that agents acting on their behalf are equally informed of those obligations. Keeping thorough records of compliance efforts can help demonstrate good-faith adherence to the ordinance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 258-11 gives tenants a basis to point to civil penalties—up to $500—when a landlord or their agent has violated § 258-10, with the penalty amount potentially reflecting the number of tenants and units affected. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred may consider filing a complaint with the City of Ithaca or raising the violation through available local enforcement channels. Tenant-rights organizations in the Ithaca area can help explain 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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