Geneva, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 158 § 158-24
Unlawful conduct and penalties
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It is unlawful for any person to willfully engage in an unfair practice under this chapter or willfully resist, prevent, impede or interfere with the Director, the Board, the City Attorney, or in the performance of their duties under this chapter, or to fail, refuse, or neglect to comply with any lawful order of the Director, the Board, or the City.
Section 158-24 of Geneva, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 158 establishes that certain conduct is prohibited under the city's housing regulations. Specifically, the provision makes it unlawful to willfully engage in unfair practices, to obstruct or interfere with the Director, the Board, or the City Attorney in carrying out their duties, or to fail to comply with lawful orders issued by those authorities. The rule applies broadly to any person subject to the chapter, not just landlords or tenants.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Geneva's Chapter 158 should be aware that Section 158-24 prohibits willful interference with the Director, the Board, or the City Attorney, as well as noncompliance with any lawful order those bodies issue. Compliant operators generally respond promptly to official inquiries, cooperate with inspections or proceedings, and follow through on any directives issued under the chapter. Maintaining clear records of communications with city officials can help demonstrate good-faith compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 158-24 of Geneva's Chapter 158 protects tenants indirectly by making it unlawful for any person — including a landlord — to engage in unfair practices or obstruct the city officials responsible for enforcing housing rules. If a tenant believes a landlord has interfered with an official proceeding or violated a lawful order, that conduct may be raised as part of a complaint filed with the Director or the Board under this chapter. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Geneva's local ordinances can help explain what options are generally available 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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