N.Y.C. Admin. Code tit. 8, ch. 1 § 8-124
Civil penalties for violating commission orders (New York City Human Rights Law)
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Any person who fails to comply with an order issued by the commission pursuant to section 8-115 or section 8-120 shall be liable for a civil penalty of not more than $50,000 and an additional civil penalty of not more than $100 per day for each day that the violation continues. (Am. L.L. 2018/063, 1/19/2018, eff. 10/16/2018) Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 1991/039 .
Under N.Y.C. Admin. Code § 8-124, when the New York City Commission on Human Rights issues an order under § 8-115 or § 8-120 and a person fails to comply with that order, civil monetary penalties can be imposed. The maximum initial penalty is $50,000, and an additional penalty of up to $100 per day can accrue for each day the non-compliance continues. This provision is designed to create a financial incentive for prompt compliance with commission orders addressing unlawful discriminatory practices, including those in housing.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to a Commission on Human Rights order issued under § 8-115 or § 8-120 should be aware that N.Y.C. Admin. Code § 8-124 authorizes substantial escalating penalties for non-compliance. Compliant operators generally act promptly upon receipt of any such order, document the steps taken to satisfy its requirements, and maintain records demonstrating ongoing adherence. Because the daily penalty of up to $100 continues to accrue until the violation is resolved, operators typically treat commission orders as time-sensitive compliance obligations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
If a landlord or housing provider has failed to comply with a Commission on Human Rights order that was issued on your behalf under § 8-115 or § 8-120, N.Y.C. Admin. Code § 8-124 provides a mechanism for civil penalties to be imposed against that party. Tenants who believe a respondent is ignoring or defying a commission order may report that non-compliance directly to the New York City Commission on Human Rights. Tenant-rights organizations in New York City can also help individuals understand what enforcement options may be available under this provision.
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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