Baxter Estates, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 146 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 146-15
Penalties for offenses
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A. Any person, association, firm or corporation who or which violates any provision of this chapter or assists in the violation of any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a violation, punishable by: (1) A fine of not less than $500 and not exceeding $1,000 or by imprisonment for a period not to exceed 15 days, or both, for conviction of a first offense. (2) A fine of not less than $1,000 nor more than $3,000 or by imprisonment for a period not to exceed 15 days, or both, for conviction of the second of two offenses, both of which were committed within a period of five years. (3) A fine of not less than $2,000 nor more than $5,000 or by imprisonment for a period not to exceed 15 days, or both, for conviction of the third or subsequent offense of a series of offenses, all of which were committed within a period of five years. B. Each week's continued violation shall constitute a separate additional violation.
Section 146-15 of Baxter Estates Code of Ordinances Chapter 146 establishes a tiered penalty structure for violations of the chapter's housing regulations. A first offense carries a fine between $500 and $1,000 and/or up to 15 days of imprisonment, while a second offense within five years raises that range to $1,000–$3,000, and a third or subsequent offense within the same five-year window can result in fines of $2,000–$5,000. Notably, each week that a violation continues is treated as a separate, additional offense, meaning penalties can compound quickly over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Baxter Estates Code of Ordinances Chapter 146 should be aware that § 146-15 imposes escalating fines for repeated or ongoing violations, with first-offense fines starting at $500 and reaching up to $5,000 for third or subsequent offenses within a five-year period. Because each week of continued noncompliance constitutes its own separate violation, operators who promptly correct any identified deficiency generally avoid the compounding effect of the weekly accumulation rule. Maintaining thorough records of corrective actions taken in response to any notice of violation is a practice commonly associated with demonstrating good-faith compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 146-15 of Baxter Estates Code of Ordinances Chapter 146, violations of the chapter's provisions are subject to meaningful financial penalties and even potential imprisonment for those found responsible, which reflects the seriousness with which the village treats noncompliance. The weekly-accumulation rule means that a landlord who fails to remedy a violation faces growing liability over time, which can be a relevant factor when a violation is ongoing. Tenants who believe a provision of Chapter 146 is being violated may consider documenting the condition, contacting the appropriate Baxter Estates municipal office, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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