Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 147 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 147-12
Penalties for offenses
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A. Any owner, agent, occupant or lessee who violates any provision of this chapter is guilty of a violation punishable by a fine not to exceed $1,000 for a first offense within any consecutive twelve-month period; not more than $2,500 for a second offense within any consecutive twelve-month period; and not more than $5,000 for all additional violations within any consecutive twelve-month period or imprisonment for a period not exceeding 15 days, or both. B. Violation of the New York State Fire Prevention and Building Code provisions shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding one year, or both. The continuance of such offenses against the provisions of this chapter shall constitute, for each and every day, or part thereof, the same is continued, a separate and distinct violation hereunder.
Section 147-12 of Spring Valley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 147 establishes a tiered penalty structure for violations of the chapter's requirements. A first offense within any rolling twelve-month period can result in a fine of up to $1,000, a second offense up to $2,500, and any additional offenses up to $5,000, with possible imprisonment of up to 15 days for general violations. Violations of New York State Fire Prevention and Building Code provisions carry a separate fine of up to $1,000 and potential imprisonment of up to one year, and each day a violation continues is treated as a distinct, separate offense.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and agents subject to Chapter 147 of Spring Valley's Code of Ordinances should be aware that § 147-12 imposes escalating fines for repeat violations within the same twelve-month window, reaching as high as $5,000 for third or subsequent offenses. Because each day of a continuing violation counts as a separate offense, compliant operators generally address identified deficiencies promptly to avoid compounding penalties. Operators also take care to maintain compliance with New York State Fire Prevention and Building Code standards, as those violations carry their own distinct penalty track under § 147-12.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 147-12 of Spring Valley's Chapter 147, owners, agents, and even occupants or lessees can be held liable for violations, which means tenants have an interest in understanding what the chapter requires of all parties. If a landlord's ongoing failure to comply with Chapter 147 is causing harm, tenants may report conditions to the appropriate local code enforcement authority, as each day of a continuing violation is treated as a separate offense that can increase pressure for correction. Tenant-rights organizations in New York can help residents understand how this penalty framework intersects with their housing rights and what complaint or defense options 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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