Sullivan, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 133-3
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All such definitions of the Human Rights Law of the State of New York (as amended) as pertain to fair housing are hereby restated by the Town as the provisions of this article.
Section 133-3 of Sullivan, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 133 incorporates by reference the fair-housing definitions found in New York State's Human Rights Law, treating those state-level definitions as if they were written directly into the Town's own local ordinance. This means the same terms and concepts used in state fair-housing law—such as those defining protected classes or discriminatory practices—carry the same meaning under Sullivan's local code. The provision ensures consistency between state and local fair-housing standards within the Town.
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Under Section 133-3 of Sullivan's Code of Ordinances, the definitions that govern fair-housing compliance in the Town are drawn directly from the New York State Human Rights Law. Property owners and managers operating in Sullivan should be familiar with those state-level definitions, as they set the baseline for understanding what conduct is covered or prohibited under the local ordinance. Operators who stay current with any amendments to the State Human Rights Law will also be keeping pace with the definitional framework that applies locally.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 133-3 of Sullivan's Code of Ordinances means that the fair-housing protections and defined terms established under the New York State Human Rights Law apply within the Town of Sullivan as local law. Tenants who believe they have experienced housing discrimination can look to those state definitions to understand whether their situation falls within the scope of the local ordinance. General enforcement paths may include filing a complaint with a tenant-rights organization, contacting the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal, or reaching out to the New York State Division of Human Rights for guidance on available remedies.
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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