Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 12-168
Penalties for offenses
Operative Text
Any person who shall knowingly and willfully violate or assist in the violation of this chapter shall, upon conviction, be punished by a penalty as prescribed in § 1-7 for each offense. Each day that such violation continues shall constitute a separate offense. In addition, a violation of this chapter shall constitute disorderly conduct, and the person violating the same shall be a disorderly person. The term "person," as used in this section, shall include the owner, occupant, mortgagees or vendee in possession, assignee of rents, receiver, executor, trustee, lessee, agent or any other person, firm or corporation directly or indirectly in control of a building or part thereof.
Section 12-168 of Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 establishes penalties for knowing and willful violations of the chapter's housing rules. Each day a violation continues is treated as a separate offense, meaning penalties can accumulate over time. Beyond monetary punishment set by § 1-7, a violation also carries the legal classification of disorderly conduct, and the term 'person' is defined broadly to include owners, occupants, agents, corporations, and others who exercise control over a building or part of it.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 12-168 of Tuckahoe's Code of Ordinances ch. 12, property owners, managers, agents, and others in control of a building are all explicitly covered by the penalty provisions. Compliant operators generally ensure that any identified code deficiencies are corrected promptly, since each day a violation persists can be charged as a distinct offense under § 1-7's penalty schedule. The additional disorderly conduct classification underscores the seriousness with which Tuckahoe treats knowing and willful noncompliance with this chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-168 of Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 makes clear that a broad range of parties—not just the named owner—can be held responsible for violations, which may be relevant when identifying who is accountable for conditions in a rental unit. Tenants who believe a knowing and willful violation is occurring may consider documenting the issue and reporting it to the appropriate local enforcement authority, since each day of continued violation can constitute a separate offense. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Tuckahoe's local code can help explain what options may be 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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