Cazenovia Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 105 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 105-7
Administration; 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 the Village's Fair Housing Officer, who, unless otherwise designated by the Mayor, shall be the Zoning Enforcement Officer of the Village of Cazenovia. B. Violations. Violations of this article shall be reported in person or in writing to the Village's Fair Housing Officer within a year of the alleged discriminatory housing practice. C. Enforcement. Where reasonable cause exists to believe that the terms of this article have been violated, the Fair Housing Officer shall institute a suit in Village Court against the alleged violator within 120 days following the issuance of the charge. D. Penalties. Where a person 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 $1,000 for a first offense, $2,500 for a second offense and $5,000 for third and subsequent offenses. The minimum fine for violations of this article shall be $500 for a first offense and $1,000 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.
Cazenovia Village Code ch. 105 § 105-7 establishes the administrative and enforcement framework for the village's fair housing rules. A designated Fair Housing Officer — typically the Zoning Enforcement Officer — is responsible for receiving complaints, which must be filed within one year of an alleged discriminatory housing practice. When reasonable cause is found, the Officer must bring a case in Village Court within 120 days of issuing a charge, and a court finding of violation can result in fines ranging from $500 to $5,000 depending on the number of prior offenses.
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Under Cazenovia Village Code ch. 105 § 105-7, property owners and managers operating in the village are subject to oversight by the Fair Housing Officer, who has authority to investigate complaints and initiate court proceedings. Operators who maintain documented, non-discriminatory policies and practices are generally better positioned to demonstrate compliance if a complaint is filed. Because each separate violation is treated as a distinct offense — with escalating fines up to $5,000 for third and subsequent violations — consistent adherence to fair housing standards across all transactions and properties is a hallmark of compliant operations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Cazenovia Village Code ch. 105 § 105-7 gives tenants and housing applicants a formal path to report alleged discriminatory housing practices to the village's Fair Housing Officer, either in person or in writing, within one year of the alleged incident. If the Officer finds reasonable cause, the matter can be brought before Village Court, where a finding of violation may result in fines imposed on the offending party. Those who believe they have experienced a discriminatory housing practice may also wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand the full range of options available under this provision and applicable state or federal law.
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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