Valatie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 198 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 198-7
Administration and enforcement; penalties for offenses
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A. Authority and responsibility. The authority and responsibility for publicizing, administering and enforcing this article shall be in the Village's Fair Housing Officer, to be designated by the Mayor of the Village of Valatie. B. Violations. Violations of this article 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 article have been violated, the Fair Housing Officer shall institute a suit in Town of Kinderhook Court against the alleged violator. D. Penalties. Where a person or organization has been found, after a trial on the merits, in violation of this article, a fine shall be imposed on such person or organization not to exceed $500 for the first offense and $1,000 for each additional offense. The minimum fine for violations of this article shall be $100 for the first offense and $500 for each additional offense. Each and every separate violation of this article shall be deemed an offense for the purpose of imposing the appropriate fine.
Section 198-7 of Valatie's Code of Ordinances establishes the administrative and enforcement framework for the village's fair housing article. A Fair Housing Officer, appointed by the Mayor of Valatie, is responsible for publicizing, administering, and enforcing the article's requirements. When a violation is substantiated, the Fair Housing Officer brings the matter to the Town of Kinderhook Court, where a convicted first-time violator may be fined between $100 and $500, and each subsequent offense carries a fine ranging from $500 to $1,000. Every distinct violation is treated as a separate offense for the purpose of calculating fines.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Valatie should be aware that § 198-7 places enforcement authority with the Village's Fair Housing Officer, who has the power to initiate court proceedings in the Town of Kinderhook Court when credible evidence of a violation exists. Operators who maintain documented, consistent, and non-discriminatory policies and practices are generally better positioned to demonstrate compliance with the fair housing article. Because each separate violation is treated as an independent offense under § 198-7, fines can accumulate quickly, making ongoing compliance practices an important operational consideration.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 198-7, residents who believe the village's fair housing article has been violated may report that concern in person or in writing directly to the Village's Fair Housing Officer, who is designated by the Mayor of Valatie. The Fair Housing Officer holds the authority to pursue enforcement through the Town of Kinderhook Court on behalf of those affected. Tenants who believe their fair housing rights have been violated may also wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to understand the full range of options available to them under this provision.
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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