Mount Pleasant, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 98 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 98-7
Retaliation or discrimination prohibited
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No person engaged in any activity to which this chapter applies shall retaliate or discriminate against any person because he has opposed any practices forbidden under this chapter or because he has filed a complaint, testified or assisted in any proceeding under this chapter.
Section 98-7 of Mount Pleasant, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 prohibits anyone covered by the chapter from retaliating or discriminating against a person who has spoken out against forbidden practices or who has participated in a complaint or proceeding under the chapter. The protection applies whether the person filed a complaint, gave testimony, or otherwise assisted in a proceeding. This anti-retaliation rule is designed to ensure that people can exercise their rights under Chapter 98 without fear of adverse consequences.
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Under § 98-7 of Mount Pleasant's Chapter 98, property owners and managers are expected to treat tenants and others the same regardless of whether those individuals have raised concerns, filed complaints, or participated in proceedings under the chapter. Compliant operators generally document their decisions about rent, lease renewals, and other housing actions so that those decisions can be shown to be based on legitimate, non-retaliatory grounds. Maintaining consistent policies and clear records helps demonstrate that any adverse action was unrelated to a tenant's protected activity under § 98-7.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 98-7 of Mount Pleasant, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 gives tenants and others protection against retaliation or discrimination for opposing prohibited practices or for participating in a complaint or proceeding under the chapter. If a tenant believes they have experienced adverse treatment—such as a rent increase, eviction notice, or reduced services—shortly after engaging in protected activity, § 98-7 may be relevant to their situation. Tenants can explore options such as raising a § 98-7 violation as a defense in a housing proceeding, filing a complaint with the appropriate local authority, or consulting a tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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