Maybrook, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 118 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 118-5
Penalties for offenses
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A. No rental property, as defined herein, shall be occupied by any tenant without compliance with the provisions herein, and failure to comply shall constitute a violation of a certification of occupancy or other legal status permitting the use of the building. B. Any person committing an offense against any provision of this chapter shall be punishable as provided in § 1-14 of this Code, in addition to any civil penalties that may apply.
Maybrook, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 118 § 118-5 establishes that no rental property may be occupied by a tenant unless the property is in compliance with the requirements set out in Chapter 118. A failure to comply is treated as a violation of the certificate of occupancy or other legal authorization governing the building's use. Anyone who commits an offense under this chapter faces criminal-style punishments as set by § 1-14 of the Maybrook Code, along with any applicable civil penalties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 118 § 118-5, compliant rental property operators ensure that every unit meets all Chapter 118 requirements before a tenant takes occupancy. Allowing a tenant to move into a non-compliant unit risks a finding that the certificate of occupancy has been violated, which can affect the legal status of the entire building. Operators generally maintain documentation of compliance and address any deficiencies before occupancy to avoid both the criminal penalties referenced in § 1-14 and any civil penalties that may be layered on top.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 118-5 of Maybrook's Code of Ordinances provides that a rental unit must be in full compliance with Chapter 118 before it can lawfully be occupied, meaning a non-compliant unit may lack valid occupancy authorization. Tenants who believe their unit does not meet these requirements may have grounds to raise the violation as a defense in certain proceedings or to report the condition to the appropriate local code-enforcement authority. Consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Maybrook's local ordinances can help clarify what remedies or complaint processes may be available under § 118-5.
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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