Owego Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 114 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 114-8
Administration and enforcement
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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 Owego. 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.
Section 114-8 of Owego Village's Code of Ordinances establishes how the village's fair housing rules are administered and enforced. A Fair Housing Officer, appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for publicizing the chapter, receiving violation reports, and taking action when there is sufficient cause to believe a violation has occurred. When warranted, the Fair Housing Officer may file a lawsuit in Village Court against an alleged violator.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 114-8, property owners and managers operating in Owego Village should be aware that a designated Fair Housing Officer holds authority to investigate potential violations of Chapter 114 and to initiate legal proceedings in Village Court. Operators who maintain consistent, documented fair housing practices—such as applying uniform rental criteria and keeping records of tenant interactions—are generally better positioned to demonstrate compliance if a complaint is filed. Staying informed about the chapter's requirements, which the Fair Housing Officer is also charged with publicizing, is a standard part of responsible property management in the village.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 114-8 gives residents a clear path to report potential fair housing violations: complaints can be submitted in person or in writing to Owego Village's Fair Housing Officer, who is appointed by the Mayor. Once a report is received and sufficient cause is found, the Fair Housing Officer has the authority to bring a case in Village Court on behalf of the public interest. Tenants who believe their rights under Chapter 114 have been violated may also wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand what options are available to them.
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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