Port Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 248 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 248-12
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A. Each and every day a violation of this chapter exists shall constitute a separate and distinct offense. B. Any person found in violation of this chapter shall be subject to a fine of no less than $500 and no more than $5,000, or imprisonment for a period not exceeding 15 days, or both.
Port Chester Code of Ordinances Chapter 248, Section 248-12 establishes the penalty structure for violations of the village's rent regulation chapter. Each day that a violation continues is treated as its own separate offense, meaning fines can accumulate on a daily basis. Monetary penalties range from a minimum of $500 to a maximum of $5,000 per offense, and a court may also impose up to 15 days of imprisonment, or both a fine and imprisonment.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 248-12 of Port Chester's Code of Ordinances, operators who remain out of compliance with Chapter 248 face escalating financial exposure because each calendar day of a continuing violation is counted independently. Compliant property managers generally act promptly to cure any identified violation, since a multi-day lapse can multiply the $500–$5,000 per-offense fine significantly. Maintaining thorough documentation of corrective actions taken is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 248-12 of Port Chester's Chapter 248 gives tenants important context about the consequences landlords face for violating the village's rent regulations. Because each day of a violation is a separate offense carrying fines of $500 to $5,000, the penalty structure is designed to encourage swift landlord compliance. Tenants who believe a violation is occurring may consider contacting the Village of Port Chester directly, consulting a local tenant-rights organization, or exploring whether the violation can be raised as a defense or claim in a relevant 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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