Malta, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 84 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 84-11
Program goals and objectives
Operative Text
A. The goals of the Town of Malta Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity Program are: (1) To assist minorities, elderly, and low- to middle-income individuals and families obtain suitable housing accommodations of their choice; and (2) To reduce discrimination and complaints of discrimination in rentals, sales, and financing of housing accommodations in the Town of Malta. B. The measurable objectives of the Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity Program are designed to assist individuals and families in obtaining suitable housing accommodations, and to reduce discrimination and complaints of discrimination. C. The following activities are conducted by the Town of Malta and/or local agencies in pursuance of the program goals and objectives.
Malta, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 84 § 84-11 establishes the overarching goals and measurable objectives of the Town of Malta's Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity Program. The provision directs the program toward helping minorities, elderly residents, and low- to middle-income households access housing of their choice, while also working to reduce discrimination in rental, sales, and financing transactions. The Town of Malta and local agencies are charged with carrying out activities in direct pursuit of these stated goals.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Malta, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 84 § 84-11, the Town of Malta has formally committed to reducing housing discrimination across rentals, sales, and financing. Operators who rent or sell housing in Malta generally align their practices with this framework by maintaining non-discriminatory policies, keeping records of their housing transactions, and cooperating with local agencies conducting fair housing activities. Awareness of the program's objectives can help property owners understand the broader regulatory environment in which they operate.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Malta, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 84 § 84-11 affirms that the Town of Malta's Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity Program exists, in part, to assist individuals and families — including minorities, elderly residents, and those with low to middle incomes — in accessing suitable housing free from discrimination. Tenants who believe they have experienced discrimination in renting, purchasing, or financing a home in Malta may look to the local agencies referenced in this provision as a starting point for understanding available resources. Tenant-rights organizations and fair housing advocacy groups can also help individuals explore the options available under this program.
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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