Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 165 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 165-31
Levies upon real property
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To the fullest extent authorized under the New York State Village Law and the New York State Real Property Tax Law , the Board of Trustees shall have the authority to issue levies against the owner's real property for fines and/or fees due under this chapter.
Section 165-31 of Johnson City's rental code authorizes the Board of Trustees to place levies directly on an owner's real property as a mechanism for collecting unpaid fines or fees owed under Chapter 165. This power is grounded in New York State Village Law and the Real Property Tax Law, meaning the municipality can use property-tax-style enforcement tools rather than relying solely on civil court collection. The provision applies to the fullest extent those state laws permit, so the scope of the levy authority tracks whatever the state statutes allow at any given time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 165-31, property owners in Johnson City who leave fines or fees under Chapter 165 unpaid face the possibility of a levy being placed against the real property itself—not just a bill or a lawsuit. Compliant operators generally resolve any outstanding fines or fees promptly to prevent a lien-like encumbrance from attaching to their property. Keeping records of payments and correspondence with the Board of Trustees is a common practice for demonstrating that no amounts remain outstanding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 165-31 is primarily directed at property owners rather than tenants, but tenants may find it relevant context when evaluating whether a landlord is in good standing with Johnson City's Chapter 165 requirements. If a landlord has accumulated unpaid fines or fees under the chapter, the Board of Trustees has authority to pursue collection through a levy on the property. Tenants who believe their landlord is violating Chapter 165 can contact the Johnson City village offices or a local tenant-rights organization to understand what enforcement options exist.
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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