Nichols, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 106 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 106-7
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A. Authority and responsibility. The authority and responsibility for publicizing, administering, and enforcing this chapter shall be in the Town's Fair Housing Officer, who shall be designated by the Supervisor of the Town of Nichols. B. Violations. Violations of this chapter shall be an offense and shall be reported in person or in writing to the Town's Attorney/Fair Housing Officer within a year of the alleged discriminatory housing practice. C. Enforcement. Where sufficient cause exists to believe that the terms of this chapter have been violated, the Fair Housing Officer shall institute a proceeding in Town Justice Court against the alleged violator within 100 days following the issuance of the charge. D. Penalties. Where a person or organization has been found guilty of a violation of this chapter, a fine shall be imposed on such person or organization not to exceed $1,000. Each and every separate violation of this chapter shall be deemed an offense for the purposes of imposing the appropriate fine.
Section 106-7 of the Nichols, N.Y., Code of Ordinances establishes the administrative framework for the town's fair housing rules. A designated Fair Housing Officer, appointed by the Town Supervisor, is responsible for publicizing, administering, and enforcing Chapter 106. Violations must be reported within one year of the alleged discriminatory housing practice, and if sufficient cause is found, the Fair Housing Officer must bring a proceeding in Town Justice Court within 100 days of issuing a charge. Anyone found guilty of a violation may be fined up to $1,000, with each separate violation treated as a distinct offense.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 106-7 of the Nichols Code of Ordinances, property owners and managers operating in the Town of Nichols are subject to oversight by the Town's Fair Housing Officer. Operators who comply with Chapter 106 generally maintain consistent, non-discriminatory practices in all housing transactions and keep records that could demonstrate compliance if a complaint is filed. Because each separate violation is treated as a distinct offense carrying a fine of up to $1,000, operators typically review their policies regularly to ensure ongoing conformity with the chapter's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 106-7 gives tenants and housing applicants in Nichols, N.Y., a clear path to report potential fair housing violations: complaints may be submitted in person or in writing to the Town's Attorney/Fair Housing Officer within one year of the alleged discriminatory practice. Once a report is filed, the Fair Housing Officer is responsible for investigating and, where sufficient cause exists, initiating a proceeding in Town Justice Court within 100 days of issuing a charge. Tenants who believe their rights under Chapter 106 have been violated may also consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to better understand the options available under this provision.
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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