New York Mills, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 86 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 86-8
Penalties for offenses
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A. Violations of this chapter shall be reported in person or in writing to the Village's Fair Housing Officer within a year of the alleged discriminatory housing practice. B. Where sufficient cause exists to believe that the terms of this chapter have been violated, the Village Attorney shall institute a suit in Village Court against the alleged violator within 120 days following the issuance of the charge. C. Where a person has been found, after a trial on the merits, in violation of this chapter, a fine shall be imposed on such person not to exceed $500 for a first offense, $1,000 for a second offense and $1,500 for a third offense. The minimum fine shall be $100. Each and every separate violation of this chapter shall be deemed an offense for the purposes of imposing the appropriate fine.
New York Mills, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 86 § 86-8 establishes the enforcement process for fair housing violations in the village. Complaints must be reported to the Village's Fair Housing Officer within one year of the alleged discriminatory practice, after which the Village Attorney may file suit in Village Court within 120 days of a charge being issued. If a person is found guilty after trial, fines range from a minimum of $100 up to $500 for a first offense, $1,000 for a second, and $1,500 for a third, with each separate violation counted independently.
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Under ch. 86 § 86-8, property owners and managers operating in New York Mills are subject to an escalating fine structure for fair housing violations, starting at a minimum of $100 and reaching up to $1,500 for a third offense. Compliant operators generally maintain practices that align with the chapter's fair housing requirements to avoid charges being referred to the Village Attorney and subsequent litigation in Village Court. Keeping clear records of housing decisions and policies is a common practice among operators who seek to demonstrate adherence to the chapter's standards.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ch. 86 § 86-8 provides that tenants or applicants who believe they have experienced a discriminatory housing practice in New York Mills may report the matter in person or in writing to the Village's Fair Housing Officer, but must do so within one year of the alleged incident. If the Village Attorney finds sufficient cause, a formal charge can be issued and a suit filed in Village Court, where fines of up to $1,500 can be imposed on a found violator. Those seeking guidance on how to document an incident or navigate the complaint process may find it helpful to consult a tenant-rights organization or a fair housing advocacy group familiar with local procedures.
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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