Southeast, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 108-13
Penalties for offenses
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A. Any person, association, firm or corporation which violates any provision of this chapter or assists in the violation of any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a violation, punishable: (1) By a fine of not less than $500 and not exceeding $1,500 or by imprisonment for a period not to exceed 15 days, or both, for conviction of a first offense. (2) By a fine of not less than $1,500 nor more than $3,000 or by imprisonment for a period not to exceed 15 days, or both, for conviction of the second of two offenses, both of which were committed within a period of five years. (3) By a fine of not less than $3,000 nor more than $5,000 or by imprisonment for a period not to exceed 15 days, or both, for conviction of the third or subsequent offenses of a series of offenses, all of which were committed within a period of five years. B. Each week's continued violation shall constitute a separate additional violation.
Southeast, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 § 108-13 establishes a graduated penalty structure for violations of Chapter 108, covering any person, association, firm, or corporation that violates or assists in violating the chapter's provisions. A first offense carries a fine between $500 and $1,500 and/or up to 15 days of imprisonment, with fines escalating to $1,500–$3,000 for a second offense and $3,000–$5,000 for a third or subsequent offense when multiple offenses occur within a five-year window. Notably, each week that a violation continues is treated as a separate, additional offense, meaning penalties can compound quickly over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Southeast, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 § 108-13 generally maintain compliance by promptly correcting any condition that could constitute a violation of Chapter 108, since each week of continued non-compliance is counted as a distinct additional offense. Operators who have received prior violations within the past five years face significantly higher fine exposure on subsequent convictions, ranging up to $5,000 per offense. Compliant operators typically document corrective actions and timelines to demonstrate that violations were remedied without delay.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Southeast, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 108 § 108-13, tenants should be aware that violations of Chapter 108 by a landlord or other party can result in escalating fines and even imprisonment, and that each week a violation persists is treated as a new, separate offense. If a tenant believes a violation is ongoing, they may consider reporting the condition to the appropriate local code enforcement authority, which can trigger the penalty process described in this section. Tenant-rights organizations in New York can help residents understand how this provision interacts with their broader housing rights and what local complaint processes may be available.
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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