Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-125
Penalties for offenses
Operative Text
A. In the event that there is no action undertaken by the owner or his agent within the time stated in a notice issued under this chapter, such lack of action shall be considered prima facie evidence of failure to comply with the requirements set forth in the notice. B. Any person who shall knowingly violate or assist in the violation of this Code or of the Uniform Code or who fails to comply with a notice and order or other like directive issued by the authorized City personnel within the time stated thereon shall, upon conviction, be subject to penalties as set forth in Chapter 133A of this Code.
Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-125 establishes that when a property owner or their agent fails to act within the timeframe specified in an official notice, that inaction is treated as prima facie evidence of noncompliance. Additionally, anyone who knowingly violates the housing code, assists in such a violation, or ignores a notice or order from authorized city personnel can face criminal penalties upon conviction. The specific penalty amounts and ranges are determined by reference to Chapter 133A of the Albany City Code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-125, compliant property operators generally respond to any notice or order issued by authorized city personnel within the deadline stated on that notice. Failing to act within that window is treated as automatic evidence of noncompliance, which can support a criminal conviction and penalties under Chapter 133A. Operators typically document all corrective actions taken and maintain records showing timely completion of required work.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Albany, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 231 § 231-125 gives tenants a basis to understand that landlord inaction after an official notice is itself treated as evidence of a violation, which can support enforcement proceedings. If a landlord has received a city notice and failed to act within the stated timeframe, tenants may report continued noncompliance to the appropriate Albany city enforcement office, which can pursue penalties under Chapter 133A. Tenant-rights organizations in Albany can help residents understand what enforcement options may be available and how to document conditions in their units.
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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