Clarkstown, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 157-68
Penalties for offenses
Operative Text
A. Any person or entity that shall violate any of the provisions of this article or who fails to comply with any of the requirements thereof shall be guilty of a violation, punishable by: (1) A fine of not less than $4,500 and not exceeding $6,000 upon conviction of a first offense, or a sentence of imprisonment not to exceed 15 days, or both. (2) A fine of not less than $8,000 nor more than $11,000 for a conviction of the second of two offenses, both of which were committed within a period of five years, or a sentence of imprisonment not to exceed 15 days, or both. (3) A fine of not less than $11,000 nor more than $16,000 for a conviction of the third of three offenses, all of which were committed within a period of five years, or a sentence of imprisonment not to exceed 15 days, or both. B. Each week a violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense subjecting the offender to additional weekly fines in the amount equaling the original fine. C. The Town Board of the Town of Clarkstown may amend the penalties by resolution. D. Any provision contained in the Town Code to the contrary notwithstanding, the Town Attorney, or his/her designee, in consultation with the Town Board, in addition to or in lieu of seeking criminal penalties or seeking to restrain or enjoin activity in violation of this Code may enter into a civil compromise whereby the person or entity who or which committed such violation agrees to pay to the Town a civil penalty in an agreed amount. The payment of a civil penalty must be made in conjunction with an agreement on consent whereby the violator agrees to take steps to comply with the procedures set forth in the Town Code. A violation of this Code includes, but is not limited to, the construction, alteration, repair or conversion of any building or structure or the use of any building, structure or premises in violation of this Code or any covenant or condition imposed by the Town Board, the Zoning Board of Appeals or the Planning Board in connection with the approval of any petition or application submitted to such Board.
Section 157-68 of Clarkstown's Code of Ordinances establishes a tiered penalty structure for violations of the article it governs. A first offense carries a fine between $4,500 and $6,000 and/or up to 15 days imprisonment, with significantly higher fines for second and third offenses committed within a five-year window. Crucially, each week a violation continues counts as a separate offense, and the Town Attorney may also pursue civil compromise agreements as an alternative or supplement to criminal penalties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Clarkstown should be aware that under § 157-68, non-compliance with the relevant article can trigger fines starting at $4,500 for a first offense and escalating to as much as $16,000 for a third offense within five years. Because each week of continued non-compliance is treated as a distinct offense, operators who identify a potential violation generally move promptly to correct it to avoid compounding weekly fines. Compliant operators also document corrective actions carefully, as the Town Attorney has authority under § 157-68(D) to enter into civil compromise agreements that require demonstrated steps toward compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 157-68 of the Clarkstown Code of Ordinances provides enforcement mechanisms that can be used when landlords or other parties violate the provisions of the article, including fines that increase with repeat offenses and weekly penalties for ongoing violations. Tenants who believe a landlord is in violation of the relevant article may consider documenting the issue and contacting the Town of Clarkstown directly, as the Town Attorney has authority to pursue both criminal penalties and civil compromise agreements under § 157-68(D). Consulting a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid service can help tenants understand which enforcement paths may be available in their circumstances.
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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