Rosendale, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 36A (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 36A-5
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Any person aggrieved by an unlawful practice prohibited by this chapter may file a complaint with the Town's Fair Housing Officer within 30 days after the aggrieved person becomes aware of the alleged unlawful practice, and in no event more than 60 days after the alleged unlawful practice occurred. The Town's Fair Housing Officer shall investigate each complaint and attempt to resolve each complaint. Failure to achieve a resolution acceptable to both parties and compliance with this chapter shall cause the Town's Fair Housing Officer to forward the complaint and his or her findings to appropriate state and federal officials.
Section 36A-5 of Rosendale's Code of Ordinances establishes a complaint procedure for fair housing violations. A person who believes they have experienced an unlawful housing practice must file a complaint with the Town's Fair Housing Officer within 30 days of becoming aware of the practice, and no later than 60 days after the practice occurred. The Fair Housing Officer investigates and attempts to resolve complaints, and if no mutually acceptable resolution is reached, the matter is forwarded to appropriate state and federal authorities.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rosendale Code § 36A-5, property owners and managers should be aware that any party who believes they have been subjected to an unlawful housing practice may initiate a formal complaint process through the Town's Fair Housing Officer. Compliant operators generally maintain clear records of their housing-related decisions and communications, which can be relevant if a complaint is filed and an investigation is opened. If the Fair Housing Officer cannot achieve a resolution, the matter may be escalated to state and federal officials, broadening the scope of potential review.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 36A-5 gives individuals who believe they have experienced an unlawful housing practice in Rosendale the right to file a complaint with the Town's Fair Housing Officer, provided they do so within 30 days of learning about the practice and no more than 60 days after it occurred. The Fair Housing Officer is required to investigate and attempt to resolve the complaint, and if resolution fails, the complaint can be referred to state and federal agencies for further action. Tenants who believe their rights have been violated may also wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service to understand the full range of options available under § 36A-5 and related state and federal fair housing laws.
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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