Cohoes, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 148 § 148-3
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The following department and agency offices will be opened to the public to receive all discrimination complaints and to assist in the filing of such complaints with the City of Cohoes: A. Department of Community Development Responsible person: Fair Housing Officer Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Monday through Friday) Location: City Hall, Cohoes, New York B. Neighborhood Improvement Program Responsible person: Director Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Monday through Friday) Location: NIP Office, corner of Main Street and Columbia Street Cohoes, New York C. Central Relocation Office Responsible person: Director Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Mon-Fri) Location: Human Services Department 169 Mohawk Street Cohoes, New York
Chapter 148, Section 148-3 of the Cohoes Code of Ordinances designates three city offices — the Department of Community Development, the Neighborhood Improvement Program, and the Central Relocation Office — as official intake points for housing discrimination complaints. Each office is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is staffed by a responsible official who can assist individuals in filing complaints with the City of Cohoes. The provision ensures that residents have multiple accessible locations where discrimination concerns can be formally received and documented.
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Under § 148-3 of the Cohoes Code, property owners and managers operating in Cohoes should be aware that the city maintains three designated offices empowered to receive and process housing discrimination complaints against them. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the fair housing framework administered through the Department of Community Development's Fair Housing Officer and the other designated offices. Knowing that complaints can be initiated at any of these three locations during standard business hours helps operators understand the city's enforcement infrastructure.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 148-3 of the Cohoes Code establishes three city offices where residents can walk in and receive help filing a housing discrimination complaint: the Department of Community Development (City Hall), the Neighborhood Improvement Program (corner of Main and Columbia Streets), and the Central Relocation Office (169 Mohawk Street). All three locations are open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and each has a designated responsible official to assist with the complaint process. Tenants who believe they have experienced housing discrimination may visit any of these offices, and may also consider reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for additional guidance on available options.
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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