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Corte Madera, Cal., Code of Ordinances ch. 5.30 § 5.30.050

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Verified 11/13/2026 · Next check 2/11/2027
Corte MaderaFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

Corte Madera, Cal., Code of Ordinances ch. 5.30 § 5.30.050
(a) The town shall not be liable for any damages, costs, or expenses which are the result of any act or omission of or any decision made by any person (e.g., mediator, arbitrator, or court) concerning an anti-discrimination right claim or a complainant's assertions pertaining to rights granted or conferred by this chapter.
(b) Under no circumstances shall the town have any responsibility or liability to enforce this chapter or to seek any legal redress, civil or criminal, for any decision it or any other person makes concerning an anti-discrimination claim.
(c) Violations of this chapter shall not constitute a crime.
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Plain English

Corte Madera Code of Ordinances ch. 5.30 § 5.30.050 establishes that the Town of Corte Madera bears no financial or legal liability for outcomes arising from anti-discrimination claims made under this chapter, whether those outcomes stem from mediators, arbitrators, or courts. The town is also explicitly relieved of any obligation to pursue civil or criminal enforcement on behalf of any party. Additionally, violations of this chapter are classified as non-criminal matters, meaning they do not give rise to criminal charges or penalties.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under ch. 5.30 § 5.30.050, property owners and managers should understand that the Town of Corte Madera will not act as an enforcement arm or legal advocate if an anti-discrimination dispute arises under this chapter. Compliant operators generally maintain their own records of fair-housing practices and are aware that any resolution of a claim—whether through mediation, arbitration, or litigation—rests with the parties and the relevant decision-makers, not the town. Because violations are not classified as crimes under this provision, the consequences of non-compliance are civil in nature, and operators typically consult qualified legal counsel to understand their exposure.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Ch. 5.30 § 5.30.050 makes clear that the Town of Corte Madera does not carry an obligation to enforce this chapter's anti-discrimination rights on a tenant's behalf or to pursue legal action for any claim. Tenants who believe their rights under this chapter have been violated may explore available paths such as private mediation or arbitration, civil court proceedings, or consultation with a local tenant-rights organization. Because the town's liability and enforcement role is expressly limited by this provision, understanding the full range of options—including state and federal fair-housing remedies—can be an important part of navigating a dispute.

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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