Nichols, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 132 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 132-11
Penalties for offenses
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Unless otherwise provided, any person or corporation who or which shall be convicted of violating any provision of this chapter shall be punishable by a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $250 or imprisonment for not more than 15 days, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day's offense shall constitute a separate and distinct offense.
Chapter 132, Section 132-11 of the Nichols, N.Y. Code of Ordinances establishes the default penalties for violations of Chapter 132. Any individual or corporation found guilty of a violation may face a fine ranging from $100 to $250, up to 15 days of imprisonment, or both. Importantly, each day that a violation continues is treated as a separate offense, meaning penalties can accumulate over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 132-11 of the Nichols Code, property owners and managers who fail to comply with Chapter 132 requirements risk daily fines between $100 and $250, potential imprisonment of up to 15 days, or both. Because each day of non-compliance constitutes its own distinct offense, operators who maintain ongoing violations can face rapidly escalating cumulative penalties. Compliant operators generally address any identified deficiencies promptly to avoid the compounding effect of per-day enforcement.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 132-11 of the Nichols, N.Y. Code of Ordinances gives enforcement authorities the ability to penalize landlords for each day a Chapter 132 violation persists, with fines of $100 to $250 per day and possible imprisonment. Tenants who believe a landlord is in violation of Chapter 132 may consider documenting the conditions and reporting them to the appropriate local enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations in New York can help residents understand what options may be 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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