Fallsburg, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 156-52
Civil penalties
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In addition to those penalties proscribed by state law, any person who violates any provision of the Uniform Code, the Energy Code or this chapter, or any term or condition of any building permit, certificate, temporary certificate, stop-work order, operating permit or other notice or order issued by the Code Enforcement Officer pursuant to any provision of this chapter, shall be liable to a civil penalty of not more than $1,500 for each day or part thereof during which such violation continues. The civil penalties provided by this section shall be recoverable in an action instituted in the name of this Town.
Under Fallsburg, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 § 156-52, any person who violates the Uniform Code, the Energy Code, or the local building chapter — or who fails to comply with the terms of a building permit, certificate, stop-work order, operating permit, or related order issued by the Code Enforcement Officer — may be assessed a civil penalty of up to $1,500 for each day (or partial day) the violation persists. These civil penalties are separate from and in addition to any penalties that may apply under New York State law. The Town of Fallsburg may recover these penalties through a civil action brought in the Town's name.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Fallsburg should be aware that § 156-52 establishes daily civil exposure of up to $1,500 for each day a code violation, permit deficiency, or non-compliance with a Code Enforcement Officer's order remains unresolved. Compliant operators generally respond promptly to stop-work orders, cure permit conditions before deadlines, and maintain documentation showing corrective actions were completed. Because penalties can accumulate on a per-day basis, addressing any notice or order from the Code Enforcement Officer without delay is a standard practice under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 156-52 of the Fallsburg Code gives the Town authority to pursue civil penalties against any person — including a landlord — who violates building, energy, or uniform code requirements or ignores orders issued by the Code Enforcement Officer. Tenants who believe their housing has unresolved code violations may report concerns to the Fallsburg Code Enforcement Officer, who has authority to issue orders and, if violations continue, to pursue daily penalties under this section. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help residents understand how this provision may relate to habitability concerns or other housing issues.
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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