Canton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 158-2
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For the purpose of providing and ensuring fair housing opportunities for all within the Town of Canton, New York, the Town Board of the Town of Canton, in the County of St. Lawrence, State of New York, under the authority of the General Municipal Law and Town Law, hereby obtains, enacts and publishes this chapter.
Section 158-2 of Canton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 158 establishes the legal foundation and stated purpose of the Town of Canton's fair housing chapter. The provision declares that the Town Board enacted this chapter under the authority of New York's General Municipal Law and Town Law to promote and protect fair housing opportunities for all residents of the town. It functions as the enabling clause that gives the rest of the chapter its legal grounding.
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Chapter 158, Section 158-2 signals that Canton's fair housing rules carry the full weight of municipal authority granted by New York State law. Property owners and managers operating in the Town of Canton generally familiarize themselves with the full scope of Chapter 158, since this enactment clause sets the framework under which all subsequent fair housing obligations in the chapter apply. Understanding the purpose behind the ordinance can help operators contextualize their compliance responsibilities throughout the rest of the chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 158-2 reflects the Town of Canton's formal commitment to ensuring fair housing opportunities for everyone within its boundaries. Tenants in Canton can point to this provision as evidence that the town has affirmatively chosen to exercise its municipal authority to protect housing rights under Chapter 158. Those who believe their fair housing rights have been affected may find it useful to reference this foundational provision when consulting a tenant-rights organization or exploring available complaint processes.
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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