Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 310 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 310-14
Penalties for offenses
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Any person, upon conviction of a violation of this article, shall be fined a sum of money of not less than $250 nor more than $1,500 per day for the first offense and not less than $500 nor more than $2,500 per day for the second or any subsequent offense within a twelve-month period. In addition, such person shall be subject to an injunction prohibiting and otherwise preventing any further violations.
Section 310-14 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances establishes financial penalties for anyone convicted of violating the rent-regulation article. A first offense carries a daily fine ranging from $250 to $1,500, while a second or subsequent offense within a twelve-month period escalates to between $500 and $2,500 per day. Beyond monetary fines, a court may also issue an injunction to stop ongoing or future violations.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 310-14, property owners and managers who are found in violation of Sleepy Hollow's rent-regulation article face compounding daily fines that increase significantly for repeat offenses within a year. Operators who maintain consistent compliance practices—keeping accurate records, responding promptly to notices, and correcting any deficiencies quickly—generally reduce exposure to the escalating penalty tiers set out in this section. Because fines accrue on a per-day basis, addressing any potential noncompliance promptly is a standard part of responsible property management in Sleepy Hollow.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 310-14 signals that Sleepy Hollow treats violations of its rent-regulation article seriously, with daily fines and the possibility of court-ordered injunctions available as enforcement tools. Tenants who believe a landlord is violating the article may have grounds to report the conduct to the appropriate local authority, raise the violation in a relevant proceeding, or seek guidance from a tenant-rights organization familiar with Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 310. Understanding that penalties under § 310-14 escalate for repeat offenses within twelve months can be useful context when documenting and reporting ongoing concerns.
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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