Central Square, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 136 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 136-7
Penalties for offenses
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A. The violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall be deemed an offense, and upon such conviction, such offender may be punished by a fine not to exceed $250 or imprisonment for not more than 15 days, or both. For a repeat offender, the maximum penalty shall be two times that set forth in this section. In either case, each day that such violation shall continue shall constitute a separate violation. B. The foregoing shall not be deemed the sole right and remedy of Village relative to enforcement, and the Village may also, or alternatively, assert and pursue any other rights, any and all civil or criminal actions, proceedings or remedies available at law.
Chapter 136, Section 136-7 of the Central Square, N.Y., Code of Ordinances establishes that any violation of the chapter's housing provisions is treated as a criminal offense. A first-time offender may face a fine of up to $250, up to 15 days of imprisonment, or both, while repeat offenders face up to double those penalties. Crucially, each day a violation continues counts as a separate offense, and the Village retains the right to pursue additional civil or criminal remedies beyond these penalties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 136-7 of the Central Square Code, property owners and managers who fail to comply with Chapter 136 face escalating consequences the longer a violation persists, since each day of non-compliance is treated as a distinct offense. Operators who maintain properties in continuous compliance with the chapter's requirements avoid the compounding fines and potential imprisonment that can result from unresolved violations. Because the Village may also pursue civil or criminal actions beyond the stated penalties, compliant operators generally document corrective actions promptly and thoroughly.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 136-7 of Central Square's Code of Ordinances signals that the Village takes Chapter 136 violations seriously, with penalties that increase for repeat offenders and accumulate daily. Tenants who believe a landlord is violating Chapter 136 may consider reporting the condition to the appropriate Village enforcement authority, which has the power to pursue fines, criminal proceedings, or other legal remedies. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Central Square, N.Y., can help residents understand what options may be available 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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