Stillwater, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 134 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 134-13
Penalties for offenses
Operative Text
Any person who violates a provision of this chapter which does not contain specific penalties shall be guilty of a violation and subject to penalties as described in the Town of Stillwater Zoning Code, § 210-144 .
Section 134-13 of Stillwater, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 134 establishes a catch-all penalty rule: any violation of Chapter 134 that lacks its own specific penalty is treated as a general 'violation' under local law. The consequences for such offenses are determined by cross-referencing the Town of Stillwater Zoning Code, § 210-144, rather than being spelled out in Chapter 134 itself. This provision ensures that no offense under the chapter goes without a potential penalty simply because a dedicated penalty clause was omitted.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Chapter 134 should be aware that Section 134-13 closes any apparent gaps in the penalty structure — even provisions that do not state their own fines or sanctions carry enforceable consequences. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with both Chapter 134 and the Town of Stillwater Zoning Code § 210-144 to understand the full range of potential penalties. Maintaining records of compliance with all Chapter 134 requirements is a common practice among operators who want to demonstrate good-faith adherence.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 134-13 means that landlords or other parties cannot escape accountability for a Chapter 134 violation simply because that specific provision lacks its own stated penalty — the Town of Stillwater Zoning Code § 210-144 fills that gap. Tenants who believe a Chapter 134 provision has been violated may explore options such as raising the violation with the relevant Town of Stillwater enforcement office or consulting a local tenant-rights organization. Understanding that this cross-reference provision exists can be relevant when evaluating whether a complaint or defense has a basis under local law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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