Dryden, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 140 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 140-6
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A. Authority and responsibility. The authority and responsibility for publicizing, administering, and enforcing this chapter shall be in the Village's Fair Housing Officer, to be designated by the Mayor of the Village of Dryden. B. Violations. Violations of this chapter shall be reported in person or in writing to the Village's Fair Housing Officer. C. Enforcement. Where sufficient cause exists to believe that the terms of this chapter have been violated, the Fair Housing Officer shall institute a suit in Village Court against the alleged violator. D. Penalties. Failure to comply with any of the provisions of this chapter shall be deemed a violation and the violator shall be punished as set forth on the Village of Dryden Fine Schedule, which Fine Schedule may be established by resolution and thereafter amended from time to time by resolution of the Village Board of Trustees.
Section 140-6 of Dryden's fair housing ordinance establishes the administrative framework for the chapter, placing enforcement authority in a Fair Housing Officer appointed by the Mayor of the Village of Dryden. Violations may be reported in person or in writing to that officer, who is empowered to bring suit in Village Court when sufficient cause exists. Penalties for non-compliance are determined by the Village of Dryden Fine Schedule, which the Village Board of Trustees may set and amend by resolution.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in the Village of Dryden should be aware that under § 140-6, a designated Fair Housing Officer holds the authority to investigate complaints and initiate legal proceedings in Village Court. Operators who maintain documented, consistent fair housing practices are generally better positioned to demonstrate compliance if a complaint is filed. Staying current with the Village of Dryden Fine Schedule is advisable, as the Board of Trustees may amend penalty amounts by resolution at any time.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 140-6, residents who believe a fair housing violation has occurred in the Village of Dryden have a formal channel to report it — either in person or in writing — directly to the Village's Fair Housing Officer. The officer is responsible for evaluating complaints and, where sufficient cause is found, pursuing enforcement through Village Court. Tenants may also wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to understand how this provision interacts with state and federal fair housing protections.
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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