Cambria, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 127 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 127-27
Penalties for offenses
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Any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $250 or by imprisonment for not more than 15 days, or both, and each weeks' failure of compliance with any such provision shall constitute a separate violation.
Chapter 127, Section 127-27 of Cambria, N.Y.'s Code of Ordinances establishes criminal penalties for violations of the chapter's housing provisions. A convicted violator may face a fine of up to $250, imprisonment of up to 15 days, or both. Importantly, every week that a violation continues without correction counts as a separate, independent offense, meaning penalties can accumulate over time.
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Under § 127-27, property owners and managers in Cambria, N.Y. who fail to comply with Chapter 127 face not only an initial fine and potential jail time, but also the prospect of each additional week of non-compliance being treated as a new violation. Operators who maintain properties in continuous compliance with Chapter 127's requirements avoid the compounding exposure that the weekly-violation structure creates. Documenting corrective actions and timelines 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.
Section 127-27 of Cambria's Code of Ordinances gives tenants a framework to understand that violations of Chapter 127 carry real legal consequences for those who commit them, including fines and possible imprisonment. Because each week of continued non-compliance constitutes a separate violation, ongoing problems may give rise to multiple offenses rather than just one. Tenants who believe a violation exists may consider contacting the relevant local code enforcement authority, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general guidance on 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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