Goshen, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 59 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 59-4
Fair Housing Officer appointed
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There is hereby appointed a Fair Housing Officer. Such Officer shall be appointed by the Supervisor with the advice and consent of the Town Board. The person appointed shall be a resident of the Town of Goshen and shall serve without compensation. He or she may be removed by the Supervisor with the consent of the Town Board for inefficiency, neglect of duty, excessive absenteeism, misconduct or malfeasance in office, after being given a written statement of the charges and an opportunity to be heard thereon.
Section 59-4 of Goshen's Code of Ordinances establishes the position of Fair Housing Officer for the Town of Goshen. The Officer is appointed by the Town Supervisor with Town Board approval, must be a Goshen resident, and serves without pay. The Officer can be removed for specified causes—such as neglect of duty or misconduct—only after receiving written notice of charges and a chance to respond.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 59-4, the Town of Goshen has a designated Fair Housing Officer who serves as a local point of contact for fair housing matters. Property owners and managers operating in Goshen should be aware that this Officer exists as part of the town's fair housing enforcement structure. Operators who maintain fair, non-discriminatory practices are generally well-positioned when interacting with local fair housing oversight.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 59-4 establishes a Fair Housing Officer in Goshen who is appointed through a formal public process and is accountable to the Town Board. Tenants who believe they have experienced housing discrimination in Goshen may find this Officer to be a local resource for raising concerns. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how the Fair Housing Officer's role fits alongside other complaint avenues available under local and state law.
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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