New Rochelle, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 174 § 174-15
Penalties for offenses
Operative Text
Any person found guilty of an offense against this chapter or the State Code shall be punishable by a fine of not more than $2,500 for a first offense and not more than $5,000 for a second or subsequent offense within three years of a first or other offense of this chapter, or by imprisonment for not more than 15 days, or both. Each and every day a violation continues shall be considered a separate and additional violation.
New Rochelle Code of Ordinances ch. 174 § 174-15 establishes the penalties that apply when any person is found guilty of violating Chapter 174 or the applicable State Code. A first offense can result in a fine of up to $2,500, while a second or subsequent offense occurring within three years of a prior offense can result in a fine of up to $5,000; imprisonment of up to 15 days, or both fines and imprisonment, are also possible. Critically, each day that a violation continues is treated as a separate, additional offense, meaning penalties can accumulate rapidly over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to New Rochelle, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 174 § 174-15 generally maintain compliance by promptly identifying and correcting any conditions that could constitute a violation of Chapter 174 or the State Code. Because each day of a continuing violation is counted as a distinct offense, operators who act quickly to remediate issues limit their exposure to escalating fines—up to $2,500 for a first offense and up to $5,000 for repeat offenses within a three-year window. Compliant operators typically keep records of inspection findings, corrective actions taken, and completion dates to demonstrate good-faith efforts toward compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under New Rochelle, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 174 § 174-15, tenants should be aware that landlords who fail to correct violations of Chapter 174 or the State Code face escalating daily penalties, which can serve as a meaningful enforcement mechanism. Tenants who believe a violation exists may consider reporting the condition to the appropriate local code enforcement authority, which can investigate and, if warranted, pursue penalties against the responsible party. Tenant-rights organizations in Westchester County can help residents understand how this provision interacts with their broader housing rights and what general options may be available to them.
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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