Seneca Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 217 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 217-9
Penalties for offenses
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A. Any person who violates or knowingly permits the violation of this chapter shall be deemed to have committed an offense against this chapter and shall be subject to the penalties provided in Chapter 1 , General Provisions. Each separate violation shall constitute a separate additional offense. Every day of such violation shall be deemed to constitute a separate additional offense. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any person violating any provision of this chapter or any article, section or subdivision thereof shall be subject to a civil penalty in the sum of $350 for the first such violation, $700 for the second such violation and $1,000 for any subsequent violation, said penalties to be recoverable in a civil action in the name of the Town of Seneca Falls. B. Any person who violates this chapter may be enjoined from a continuing violation hereof in an action in any court of competent jurisdiction, and in the event that an injunction is granted enjoining said violation, the party seeking said injunction shall be entitled to recover the costs, disbursements and reasonable attorney fees incurred in connection with bringing and prosecuting said action.
Section 217-9 of Seneca Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 217 establishes a tiered civil penalty structure for violations of the chapter: $350 for a first offense, $700 for a second, and $1,000 for any subsequent offense, with each day of a continuing violation counted as a separate offense. The Town of Seneca Falls may recover these penalties through a civil action brought in its name. Additionally, courts of competent jurisdiction may issue injunctions to stop ongoing violations, and a party who successfully obtains such an injunction may recover court costs and reasonable attorney fees.
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Property owners and managers subject to Chapter 217 of the Seneca Falls Code of Ordinances should be aware that § 217-9 imposes escalating civil penalties—$350, $700, and $1,000—for first, second, and subsequent violations respectively, with each day of non-compliance treated as a new offense. Compliant operators generally conduct regular self-audits to identify and correct any deficiencies before they accumulate into multiple-day or repeat violations. Because the Town may also seek injunctive relief and recover attorney fees under § 217-9(B), maintaining ongoing compliance is a standard operational priority.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 217-9 of Seneca Falls Chapter 217 gives the Town of Seneca Falls the authority to pursue civil penalties and injunctive relief against anyone who violates the chapter's requirements, which can serve as a meaningful enforcement mechanism for tenants affected by non-compliant conditions. Tenants who believe a landlord is violating Chapter 217 may consider documenting the issue and contacting the Town of Seneca Falls directly to report the potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local Seneca Falls ordinances can help explain how the penalty and injunction provisions of § 217-9 may apply to a given situation.
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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