Niskayuna, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 139 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 139-16
Penalties for offenses
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Any person or persons, association, firm, or corporation who shall violate any of the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of an offense and shall be punishable by a minimum fine of $50, not more than $500, or imprisonment for not more than 30 days, or both. Each day that a violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense. A. The cost of clean-up on the property shall be assessed as a lien against the property taxes. B. Administrative fee: $50 per incident of noncompliance.
Section 139-16 of Niskayuna's Code of Ordinances establishes penalties for violations of Chapter 139. A violation can result in a fine ranging from $50 to $500, up to 30 days of imprisonment, or both, with each day a violation persists treated as a separate offense. Additionally, any cleanup costs may be placed as a lien against the property's taxes, and a $50 administrative fee applies per incident of noncompliance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Niskayuna Code § 139-16, property owners and managers who maintain compliance with Chapter 139 avoid fines that can accumulate daily, starting at $50 and reaching up to $500 per day of violation. Compliant operators typically address any code issues promptly to prevent cleanup costs from being assessed as a tax lien against their property. Keeping records of corrective actions taken can help demonstrate ongoing compliance and avoid the $50 per-incident administrative fee.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 139-16 of Niskayuna's Code of Ordinances provides that violations of Chapter 139 carry real financial consequences for those responsible, including daily fines and potential property tax liens for cleanup costs. Tenants who believe a landlord is in violation of Chapter 139 may consider documenting the conditions and reporting them to the appropriate local code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help explain what 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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