Holley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 146 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 146-1
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For the purpose of providing and ensuring fair housing opportunities for all within the Village of Holley, the Village Board of the Village of Holley, in the County of Orleans, State of New York, pursuant to the authority of the General Municipal and Village Laws, hereby obtains, enacts, and publishes this chapter.
Section 146-1 of Holley's Code of Ordinances establishes the legal foundation and stated purpose of the village's fair housing chapter. The Village Board of Holley, acting under authority granted by New York's General Municipal and Village Laws, formally adopted this chapter to promote and protect equal housing opportunities for everyone within the village. This provision functions as a preamble, setting the overarching goal of fair housing access that guides the rest of Chapter 146.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Chapter 146 § 146-1 signals that the Village of Holley has affirmatively committed to fair housing principles as a matter of local law. Property owners and managers operating in Holley generally conduct their rental and sales practices in a manner consistent with that stated purpose, understanding that the chapter as a whole flows from this foundational enactment. Familiarity with the full scope of Chapter 146 helps operators understand the framework within which their obligations arise.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 146-1 establishes that the Village of Holley enacted Chapter 146 specifically to ensure fair housing opportunities for all residents and prospective residents of the village. This purpose provision can provide important context when raising a concern or complaint under the chapter, as it reflects the Board's intent to protect housing access broadly. Tenants who believe their fair housing rights have been affected may consult local tenant-rights organizations or review the remaining provisions of Chapter 146 to understand available protections and enforcement paths.
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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