Ogdensburg, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 117 § 117-15
Penalties for offenses
Operative Text
Where a person or organization has been found, after a trial on the merits, in violation of this Part 1 , a fine shall be imposed on such person or organization not to exceed $2,500 for the first offense, and $5,000 for a second offense and $10,000 for a third offense. The minimum fine for violations of this Part 1 shall be $250 for a first offense, $500 for a second offense and $1,000 for each additional offense. Each and every separate violation of this Part 1 shall be deemed an offense for the purposes of imposing the appropriate fine.
Section 117-15 of Ogdensburg's Code of Ordinances establishes a tiered fine structure for violations of the rental housing regulations in Part 1 of Chapter 117. Fines range from a minimum of $250 up to a maximum of $2,500 for a first offense, with escalating minimums and maximums for second and third or subsequent offenses. Importantly, each separate violation is treated as its own distinct offense, meaning multiple infractions can each carry their own fine. Fines are imposed only after a trial on the merits, meaning a formal finding of violation must occur before any penalty is assessed.
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Property owners and managers subject to Chapter 117, Part 1 in Ogdensburg should be aware that § 117-15 imposes escalating financial penalties for each confirmed violation of the code's rental housing requirements. Compliant operators generally maintain thorough records of their properties' conditions and address any potential code issues proactively, since each separate deficiency can be counted as its own offense and trigger its own fine. Because penalties increase significantly with repeat offenses—from a $2,500 cap on a first offense up to a $10,000 cap on a third—operators typically treat any notice of violation as a prompt to investigate and remediate fully.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 117-15 of Ogdensburg's Code of Ordinances, tenants living in properties covered by Chapter 117, Part 1 have the benefit of a penalty framework that holds landlords financially accountable for each distinct violation found after a formal proceeding. If a landlord is found to have violated the rental housing rules, fines can be imposed per violation, with amounts that grow substantially for repeat offenders. Tenants who believe their landlord is in violation of Part 1 may consider contacting the City of Ogdensburg's code enforcement office, consulting a local tenant-rights organization, or seeking guidance from a housing attorney to understand what options may be available.
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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