CCRs (Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions) are enforced by Huntington HOAs through warning letters, fines per schedule in bylaws, lien filings, and ultimately civil suit. NY courts enforce reasonable CCRs but disfavor forfeiture remedies absent material breach.
CCR enforcement begins with a violation notice giving the homeowner time to cure. Fine schedules are set by the board under authority in the declaration, with procedural due process required (notice and opportunity to be heard). Continuing violations can accumulate daily fines. Unpaid fines can become liens under the same procedures as assessments. NY courts apply the rule that restrictive covenants will be strictly construed against the party seeking enforcement, but reasonable enforcement is upheld under the Business Judgment Rule. Selective enforcement can be a defense. Material breaches may support injunctive relief including mandatory removal of offending structures.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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