Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 156-8
Penalties for offenses
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A. Violations of this chapter shall be reported in person or in writing to the village's Fair Housing Officer within a year of the alleged discriminatory housing practice. B. Where sufficient cause exists to believe that the terms of this chapter have been violated, the Village Attorney shall institute a suit in Village Court against the alleged violator within 120 days following the issuance of the charge. C. Where a person has been found, after a trial on the merits, in violation of this chapter, a fine shall be imposed on such person not to exceed $500 for a first offense, $1,000 for a second offense and $1,500 for a third offense. The minimum fine shall be $100. Each and every separate violation of this chapter shall be deemed an offense for the purposes of imposing the appropriate fine.
Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 § 156-8 establishes the enforcement process for fair housing violations in Canton Village. Complaints must be reported to the village's Fair Housing Officer within one year of an alleged discriminatory housing practice, and if sufficient cause is found, the Village Attorney may bring suit in Village Court within 120 days of a charge being issued. After a trial on the merits, fines range from a minimum of $100 up to $500 for a first offense, $1,000 for a second offense, and $1,500 for a third offense, with each separate violation counted individually.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 § 156-8, property owners and managers operating in Canton Village are expected to ensure their housing practices comply with the fair housing requirements of Chapter 156. Compliant operators typically maintain consistent, non-discriminatory policies in tenant selection, leasing, and all related housing activities to avoid charges being referred to the Village Attorney. Because each separate violation is treated as a distinct offense with escalating fines, operators generally review their practices regularly to prevent repeated or compounding violations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 § 156-8 provides a formal path for tenants who believe they have experienced discriminatory housing practices in Canton Village. A complaint may be filed in person or in writing with the village's Fair Housing Officer, but it must be submitted within one year of the alleged discriminatory act. Tenants may also consider reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization or fair housing advocacy group for general guidance on navigating the complaint and Village Court process.
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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