Fort Edward, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 47 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 47-2
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It is the policy of the Town of Fort Edward to obey all applicable fair housing laws that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin or sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefit of or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity funded, in whole or in part, with community development funds and to affirmatively promote fair housing.
Fort Edward, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 47 § 47-2 establishes the Town of Fort Edward's official policy of complying with fair housing laws and actively promoting fair housing. Under this provision, no person may be excluded from, denied benefits of, or discriminated against in any program or activity that receives community development funding, based on race, color, national origin, or sex. The policy goes beyond mere prohibition of discrimination by also requiring affirmative steps to advance fair housing principles.
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Property owners and managers operating under or receiving community development funds in Fort Edward should be aware that ch. 47 § 47-2 reflects the town's commitment to fair housing as an affirmative obligation, not just a passive one. Compliant operators generally ensure that their participation in any community-development-funded program or activity is free from distinctions based on race, color, national origin, or sex at every stage of the process. Maintaining documented nondiscrimination policies and training staff on fair housing obligations are practices commonly associated with compliance under provisions like this one.
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Fort Edward, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 47 § 47-2 affirms that residents have the right to participate in and benefit from community-development-funded programs without facing discrimination based on race, color, national origin, or sex. Tenants who believe they have been excluded or treated differently in connection with such a program may consider documenting the relevant interactions and reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization or fair housing agency for guidance. Federal fair housing enforcement pathways, including filing a complaint with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, may also be available depending on the circumstances.
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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