Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-24
Remedies deemed cumulative, not exclusive
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The remedies provided for herein shall be cumulative and not exclusive and shall be in addition to any other remedies provided by law; and any and all remedies may be pursued concurrently or consecutively and the pursuit of any remedy shall not be construed as an election or waiver of the right to pursue any and all others.
Section 12-24 of Poughkeepsie's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 12, establishes that the remedies available under this chapter are cumulative rather than exclusive. This means that using one remedy does not prevent any party from also using another remedy available under the same chapter or under other applicable law. Multiple remedies may be pursued at the same time or one after another, and choosing to pursue one does not count as giving up the right to pursue others.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 12-24, a landlord facing enforcement action should be aware that the city is not limited to a single remedy when addressing a violation — it may pursue civil, administrative, and any other legally available remedies simultaneously or in sequence. Compliant operators generally maintain thorough records of corrective actions taken, since multiple enforcement tracks can run concurrently under this provision. Understanding that no single resolution necessarily closes off other avenues of enforcement is an important part of managing compliance under Chapter 12.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-24 of Poughkeepsie's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 12, is significant for tenants because it confirms that pursuing one remedy — such as filing a complaint with a local authority — does not foreclose the availability of other remedies provided by law. Tenants can explore multiple avenues of recourse, whether administrative, civil, or otherwise, without fear that taking one step constitutes a waiver of the others. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Poughkeepsie housing law can help explain what remedies may be available and how they interact 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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