Ogdensburg, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 117 § 117-13
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Violations of this Part 1 shall be reported in person or in writing to the City Attorney/Fair Housing Officer within a year of the alleged discriminatory housing practice.
Chapter 117, Section 117-13 of the Ogdensburg, N.Y., Code of Ordinances establishes a time limit and reporting method for fair housing complaints. Any alleged violation of Part 1 of this chapter must be reported either in person or in writing to the City Attorney/Fair Housing Officer. The report must be made within one year of the alleged discriminatory housing practice occurring.
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Under Section 117-13 of the Ogdensburg Code, property owners and managers operating in compliance with Part 1 of Chapter 117 should be aware that complaints about alleged discriminatory practices can be filed with the City Attorney/Fair Housing Officer up to one year after the alleged incident. Compliant operators typically maintain clear records of their rental decisions, communications, and policies to be prepared to respond to any such complaint. Familiarity with the fair housing obligations outlined in Part 1 helps operators avoid practices that could give rise to a report under this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 117-13 of the Ogdensburg Code gives individuals who believe they have experienced a discriminatory housing practice the ability to report that alleged violation to the City Attorney/Fair Housing Officer, either in person or in writing, within one year of the incident. This one-year window is an important procedural requirement, so understanding the timeline is a key part of knowing how this provision works. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help individuals understand whether a particular situation may fall under Part 1 of Chapter 117 and what the reporting process generally involves.
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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