Ogdensburg, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 117 § 117-11
Fair Housing Office
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The authority and responsibility for publicizing, administering and enforcing this Part 1 shall be in the City of Ogdensburg's Fair Housing Office, which shall be the Office of Planning and Development. The City's Fair Housing Officer shall be the Director of Planning and Development, or his/her designee.
Chapter 117, Section 117-11 of the Ogdensburg Code of Ordinances designates the City's Office of Planning and Development as the Fair Housing Office, giving it authority over publicizing, administering, and enforcing the fair housing provisions in Part 1. The Director of Planning and Development—or a designated representative—serves as the Fair Housing Officer. This provision establishes a clear institutional home for fair housing oversight within the city government.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 117-11, the Office of Planning and Development is the designated Fair Housing Office responsible for enforcing Ogdensburg's fair housing rules. Compliant property owners and managers generally familiarize themselves with the requirements administered by this office and respond promptly to any inquiries or notices it issues. Knowing that the Director of Planning and Development (or their designee) holds enforcement authority helps operators understand the appropriate point of contact for compliance-related matters.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 117-11 establishes that the City of Ogdensburg's Fair Housing Office—housed within the Office of Planning and Development—is the body responsible for enforcing the fair housing protections in Part 1. If you believe your fair housing rights have been affected, this office is the designated local authority to receive complaints and administer the relevant provisions. Tenant-rights organizations can also help explain what options may be available under this framework.
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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