Montebello, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 81 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 81-3
Complaint procedure
Operative Text
A. The Village Clerk-Treasurer is authorized to receive complaints in affidavit form setting out in detail the facts concerning violations of this chapter, and forthwith after receipt of such complaints to forward same to the Village Attorney and the County Human Rights Commission. The Village Attorney is authorized to take the necessary action to investigate and enforce the provisions of this chapter. Any action taken by the Village Attorney under this chapter shall not require resolution of the Village Board. The Village Attorney may, in his discretion, request the County Human Rights Commission to conduct such investigation and report to him for such further action or enforcement as in the opinion of the Village Attorney may be required. B. The County Human Rights Commission, pursuant to § 239-r of the General Municipal Law is authorized to receive complaints concerning alleged discrimination because of race, creed, sex, color or national origin and to: (1) Immediately report said complaints to the Division of Human Rights; or (2) Investigate said complaints and to hold voluntary hearings or conferences concerning said complaints with a view to reducing and eliminating such alleged discrimination through said process of conferences, conciliation and/or prosecution; or (3) Investigate said complaints and forward same to the Village Attorney who will take the necessary action to enforce the provisions of this chapter. Any action taken by the Village Attorney under this chapter shall not require resolution of the Village Board. C. Upon receipt of any such complaint the Village Attorney shall investigate and bring action against said complaint pursuant to this chapter within 30 days of receipt of same. D. Upon receipt of said complaint the Village Clerk-Treasurer and/or the County Human Rights Commission shall forthwith notify in writing the person or firm accused of violation of this chapter of said complaint and shall inform them of the provisions of § 81-4E of this chapter.
Montebello, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 81 § 81-3 establishes a formal complaint procedure for housing discrimination violations. Complaints must be submitted in affidavit form to the Village Clerk-Treasurer, who then forwards them to both the Village Attorney and the County Human Rights Commission. The Village Attorney is required to investigate and initiate action within 30 days of receiving a complaint, and the accused party must be notified in writing promptly after a complaint is filed. The County Human Rights Commission may handle complaints independently by reporting to the state Division of Human Rights, conducting voluntary hearings, or forwarding matters back to the Village Attorney for enforcement.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Montebello, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 81 § 81-3, property owners and managers who are the subject of a discrimination complaint will receive written notice from the Village Clerk-Treasurer and/or the County Human Rights Commission shortly after a complaint is filed. Compliant operators generally maintain clear, non-discriminatory policies and keep records that can demonstrate adherence to the chapter's requirements. Being informed of the provisions of § 81-4E is part of the formal notification process, so familiarity with that section is part of responsible property management in Montebello.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Montebello, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 81 § 81-3 provides tenants and prospective tenants with a structured path to report housing discrimination based on race, creed, sex, color, or national origin. A complaint can be submitted in affidavit form to the Village Clerk-Treasurer, and once received, the Village Attorney is obligated to investigate and take action within 30 days. Tenants may also direct complaints to the County Human Rights Commission, which has independent authority under § 239-r of the General Municipal Law to investigate, hold voluntary hearings, or refer matters to the state Division of Human Rights; consulting a tenant-rights organization can help in understanding which avenue may be appropriate.
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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