Mamaroneck Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 222 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 222-4
Enforcement
Operative Text
A. The Village Attorney is authorized to receive complaints of violations of this chapter and shall take the necessary action to enforce the provisions of this chapter. Any action taken by the Village Attorney under this chapter shall not require further resolution of the Village Board. B. Any person claiming to be aggrieved by an unlawful discriminatory practice, as defined in § 222-3 may, by himself or through his attorney at law, make, sign and file a verified complaint with the Village Attorney at his office in the Municipal Building. A copy of the complaint shall also be served upon the respondent by the aggrieved party. The complaint required by this section shall include, among other things, the name and address of the person alleged to have committed the violation, the nature of the violation complained of, the facts and circumstances alleged to constitute a violation, the address of the premises, the name and address of the owner of the premises and the specific section of this chapter alleged to have been violated, together with such other information as the Village Attorney may require. C. After the filing of any complaint, the Village Attorney shall immediately examine the complainant and, upon a determination that probable cause may exist, promptly notify the respondent that a complaint has been filed, serve a copy thereof on all persons he shall deem to be necessary parties to the proceeding and post a notice upon the particular housing accommodation described in the complaint, which notice shall be effective for a period of up to fifteen (15) days. The notice shall contain sufficient information to make persons interested in the sale, purchase, rental, lease or mortgage of the housing accommodation aware that a complaint of a violation of this chapter has been received and is being investigated by the Village Attorney's office. The requirement for the posting of a notice upon the premises complained of may be dispensed with when the person or persons charged with a violation of this chapter agree, in writing, not to sell or rent the housing accommodation during the pendency of the action or proceeding against such person or persons. In the event that the Village Attorney determines, after investigation, that he lacks jurisdiction or that probable cause does not, in fact, exist, the complainant and all other parties interested shall be served with a notice dismissing the complaint.
Mamaroneck Village Code ch. 222 § 222-4 establishes a complaint-driven enforcement process for housing discrimination violations defined elsewhere in Chapter 222. The Village Attorney serves as the central enforcement authority, empowered to act without needing separate Village Board approval. When a complaint is filed, the Village Attorney investigates for probable cause, notifies the respondent, and may post a public notice on the affected housing accommodation for up to 15 days; if probable cause is not found or jurisdiction is lacking, all parties receive a formal dismissal notice.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Mamaroneck Village Code ch. 222 § 222-4, a property owner or manager named as a respondent can expect to receive formal notice from the Village Attorney if a discrimination complaint is filed against them. Operators who receive such notice are generally expected to respond to the Village Attorney's inquiry and may avoid the public posting requirement by agreeing in writing not to sell or rent the property while the matter is pending. Maintaining clear records of rental and sales practices consistent with Chapter 222 supports a compliant operation and facilitates a straightforward response to any investigation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Mamaroneck Village Code ch. 222 § 222-4 gives individuals who believe they have experienced unlawful housing discrimination a formal path to seek redress by filing a verified complaint directly with the Village Attorney at the Municipal Building. The complaint must include specific details such as the respondent's name and address, the nature of the alleged violation, the property address, and the section of Chapter 222 believed to have been violated. Tenants and prospective renters may file on their own or through an attorney, and tenant-rights organizations can help individuals understand what information to gather before approaching the Village Attorney's office.
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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