Hillburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 188 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 188-10
Penalties for offenses
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A. Violations of this chapter will constitute an offense within the meaning of the Penal Law of the State of New York, punishable as provided for herein. In addition, a violation of any provision of this chapter shall constitute a municipal infraction and will be subject to applicable penalties under this chapter, and the Village of Hillburn may choose to enforce this chapter as a criminal or civil matter, or both. Any owner who violates, disobeys, neglects or refuses to comply with any of the terms of this chapter shall be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000. Each week a violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense and so subject the owner to an additional fine of up to $1,000. B. Legal action. In case any building, structure or land is used in violation of this chapter, the Board of Trustees of the Village of, in addition to other remedies, may institute any appropriate action or proceeding through the Village Attorney in order to prevent such unlawful use, to restrain, correct or abate such violation, to prevent the occupancy of said building, structure or land, or to prevent any illegal act, conduct, business or use in or about such building, structure or land. Such owner shall, in addition, pay all the costs and expenses incurred by the Village in prosecuting any action to abate the violation or to compel compliance with this chapter. C. Should the aforesaid penalties not be paid within 30 days of being assessed, and after notice of said failure is served as provided by law, then the property covered by this chapter will be assessed for the unpaid penalties and shall be collected in the same manner and time as Village taxes.
Section 188-10 of Hillburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 188 establishes penalties for violations of the village's rental regulations chapter. An owner who fails to comply may face a fine of up to $1,000, with each continuing week of non-compliance treated as a separate offense carrying an additional fine of up to $1,000. The Village of Hillburn may pursue enforcement as a criminal matter, a civil matter, or both, and may also seek court orders to stop unlawful use of a property. Unpaid penalties not resolved within 30 days can be assessed against the property and collected like Village taxes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners subject to Hillburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 188 § 188-10 generally maintain ongoing compliance with all provisions of the chapter to avoid fines that can reach $1,000 per week of continued violation. Compliant operators address any identified deficiencies promptly, since each week a violation persists is treated as a separate offense. Operators also account for the possibility that the Village may pursue both criminal and civil remedies simultaneously, and that unresolved fines can ultimately be liened against the property and collected as taxes.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Hillburn, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 188 § 188-10, tenants living in properties that violate the chapter's requirements have the benefit of a penalty framework designed to compel owner compliance. The Village of Hillburn—through its Board of Trustees and Village Attorney—holds authority to seek court orders preventing unlawful occupancy conditions or other illegal uses, in addition to imposing fines on non-compliant owners. Tenants who believe their landlord is violating ch. 188 may consider contacting the Village directly, consulting a local tenant-rights organization, or exploring whether the violation can be raised as a defense in any related legal proceeding.
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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