East Syracuse, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 265 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 265-5
Fees; penalties for offenses
Operative Text
A. Fees. Registration and inspection fees shall be set by resolution of the Village of East Syracuse Board of Trustees. Failure to pay registration and inspection fees within 60 days of annual registration date will result in the charges being levied against and added as an additional tax to the subject property. B. Penalty for offenses. Any person, firm or corporation who or which violates, disobeys, neglects or refuses to comply with any of the terms of this article shall be guilty of a violation and be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000. Each week a violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense. C. Prior payment. All fees and penalties shall be paid prior to the issuance of any rental unit occupancy permit.
East Syracuse, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 265 § 265-5 establishes two categories of financial consequence for rental property compliance. Registration and inspection fees are set by the Village Board of Trustees, and unpaid fees become a tax lien on the property after 60 days. Violations of the article's requirements can result in fines up to $1,000, with each continuing week counted as a separate offense, and all outstanding fees and penalties must be cleared before a rental occupancy permit is issued.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 265-5, compliant operators in East Syracuse pay registration and inspection fees on time to avoid those charges being converted into a property tax assessment. Operators also resolve any cited violations promptly, since each week a violation persists is treated as a new, separately fineable offense carrying up to $1,000. Because § 265-5(C) requires all fees and penalties to be settled before a rental occupancy permit is issued, property managers generally keep accounts current to avoid disruptions to lawful occupancy.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 265-5 of the East Syracuse Code creates a direct link between a landlord's fee and penalty compliance and the validity of a rental occupancy permit — a permit cannot be issued while fees or fines remain unpaid. Tenants who are concerned that a unit may lack a proper occupancy permit can inquire with the Village of East Syracuse about the property's registration status under ch. 265. Tenant-rights organizations or a housing attorney can help explain what options may be available if a unit is being rented without the required permits.
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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