Glen Cove, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 139 § 139-1
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It is hereby ordained and directed that the City of Glen Cove by this chapter, adopts and establishes an Office of Fair Housing which will be administered under the supervision of the Mayor. This chapter establishes policy and procedures to be followed by the city in maintaining a fair housing policy for city residents.
Section 139-1 of Glen Cove's Code of Ordinances formally creates an Office of Fair Housing within the city government, placing it under the Mayor's supervision. The provision establishes that the city will maintain an official fair housing policy and sets the framework for the procedures that govern how that policy is carried out for city residents. It is a foundational, structural provision that authorizes the office rather than specifying individual rights or remedies.
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Under ch. 139 § 139-1, Glen Cove has established a formal Office of Fair Housing, signaling that the city actively administers and enforces fair housing standards at the local level. Property owners and managers operating in Glen Cove generally familiarize themselves with the policies and procedures issued under this chapter, since the office operates under mayoral supervision and has an institutional mandate to uphold fair housing for all city residents. Staying current with any guidance or rules issued through this office is a common practice among compliant operators in the city.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 139-1 of Glen Cove's Code of Ordinances means that city residents have access to a locally established Office of Fair Housing, supervised by the Mayor, which is charged with maintaining fair housing policy and procedures. If a tenant believes their fair housing rights have been affected, this office represents a local point of contact for understanding what protections the chapter provides. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Glen Cove's ch. 139 framework can also help residents understand how the office's policies and procedures may apply to their situation.
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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