Saugerties, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 163 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 163-12
Penalties for offenses
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A. Any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall be deemed to have committed an offense against this chapter and also shall be liable for said violation. Each day that a violation continues shall be a separate and distinct violation of this chapter. B. For every violation of any provision of this chapter the person violating the same shall be subject to a fine of not more than $250 or imprisonment not exceeding 15 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. C. Conviction for any above-mentioned violation shall constitute and effect immediate forfeiture of the permit. D. Any person violating this chapter shall be subject to a civil penalty enforceable and collectible by the Town in the amount of $100 for each such offense. Such penalty shall be collectible by and in the name of the Town. E. In addition to the above-provided penalties and punishment, the Town Board may also maintain an action or proceeding in the name of the Town in a court of competent jurisdiction to compel compliance with or to restrain by injunction the violation of this chapter.
Section 163-12 of Saugerties, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 163 establishes a layered penalty structure for violations of the chapter's rental regulations. Each day a violation continues counts as a separate offense, meaning fines and civil penalties can accumulate daily. Beyond monetary penalties, the Town retains the authority to seek court-ordered injunctions to compel compliance, and a criminal conviction automatically results in forfeiture of the relevant permit.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to ch. 163 should be aware that under § 163-12, non-compliance is not a one-time exposure — every day a violation persists triggers a fresh offense carrying up to $250 in criminal fines and a separate $100 civil penalty collectible by the Town. A conviction also results in immediate, automatic loss of the permit, which can halt rental operations entirely. Compliant operators generally address any noticed deficiencies promptly and maintain documentation showing corrective action was taken.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
If a landlord is violating ch. 163, § 163-12 provides meaningful enforcement tools: the Town can pursue daily civil penalties of $100 per offense and criminal fines of up to $250, and can seek a court injunction to force compliance. Tenants who believe their landlord is in violation may consider reporting the issue to the Town of Saugerties directly, as the Town is empowered to bring enforcement actions in its own name. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help in understanding what options are 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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