Ellenville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 181 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 181-9
Penalties for offenses
Operative Text
Every person convicted of a violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall, for the first conviction thereof, be punished by a fine of not less than $250 and not more than $5,000; for a second or subsequent conviction within 12 months after any previous conviction, such person shall be punished by a fine of not less than $500 and not more than $10,000 or by imprisonment for not more than 15 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Each day of continued violation shall constitute a separate additional violation.
Section 181-9 of Ellenville's Code of Ordinances Chapter 181 establishes a tiered penalty structure for violations of the chapter's rental regulations. A first conviction carries a fine between $250 and $5,000, while a second or subsequent conviction within 12 months of a prior conviction can result in a fine of $500 to $10,000, up to 15 days of imprisonment, or both. Importantly, each day a violation continues is treated as a separate, additional offense, meaning fines can accumulate rapidly over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Ellenville Code Chapter 181 should be aware that § 181-9 imposes escalating financial consequences for non-compliance. Operators who maintain properties in continuous compliance with the chapter's requirements avoid the compounding effect of per-day violations, which can quickly multiply a single fine into a much larger liability. Repeat violations within a 12-month window carry significantly steeper penalties, including the possibility of imprisonment, making prompt correction of any identified deficiency a hallmark of responsible property management.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 181-9 of Ellenville's Code Chapter 181, violations by a landlord are subject to criminal penalties, meaning tenants who believe their landlord is violating the chapter's provisions may have grounds to report the conduct to local code enforcement or municipal authorities. Because each day of a continuing violation constitutes a separate offense, ongoing issues may give rise to accumulating penalties against a non-compliant landlord. Tenants can explore their options by contacting local housing or code enforcement offices, or by reaching out to a tenant-rights organization familiar with Ellenville's ordinances.
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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