Massena, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 186 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 186-80
Penalties for offenses
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Every person who shall fail to comply with a violation order issued by the Agency within the time limit stated thereon shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall be liable to a fine of not more than $1,000 or to imprisonment for not more than one year, or both.
Section 186-80 of Massena's housing code establishes criminal consequences for failing to comply with a violation order issued by the Agency within the deadline specified on that order. A person found guilty of this noncompliance is classified as having committed a misdemeanor, which can result in a fine, a jail term, or a combination of both. The provision sets an upper limit of $1,000 on any fine and one year on any period of imprisonment.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 186-80 of Massena, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 186, property owners and managers who receive a violation order from the Agency are expected to complete all required corrective actions by the deadline printed on that order. Failure to meet that deadline can expose an operator to misdemeanor criminal liability, including fines up to $1,000, imprisonment up to one year, or both. Compliant operators typically document their remediation steps and confirm completion with the Agency before the stated deadline to avoid escalation to criminal enforcement.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 186-80 of Massena's Code of Ordinances ch. 186 gives the Agency authority to issue violation orders with binding deadlines, and backs those orders with criminal penalties for noncompliance. If a landlord has received a violation order related to a tenant's housing conditions and has not acted within the required timeframe, that noncompliance may constitute a misdemeanor under this provision. Tenants who believe a violation order has gone unaddressed may consider contacting the Agency directly, documenting conditions, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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