Spencer, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 69 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 69-13
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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.
Under Spencer, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 69 § 69-13, when there is sufficient cause to believe a violation of the town's fair housing chapter has occurred, the Fair Housing Officer is required to bring a proceeding in Town Justice Court against the alleged violator. This action must be initiated within 100 days of the charge being issued. The provision establishes a clear procedural deadline for the town's enforcement mechanism.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Spencer's fair housing enforcement provision at ch. 69 § 69-13 means that property owners and managers who are charged with a violation of the fair housing chapter may face a formal proceeding in Town Justice Court, initiated by the Fair Housing Officer. Compliant operators generally maintain thorough records of their rental practices, communications, and decisions to demonstrate adherence to the chapter's requirements. Being aware that enforcement proceedings can be filed within 100 days of a charge being issued underscores the importance of consistent, documented fair housing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under ch. 69 § 69-13 of Spencer's Code of Ordinances, tenants who believe they have experienced a fair housing violation may have grounds to bring the matter to the attention of the town's Fair Housing Officer, who is empowered to institute a proceeding in Town Justice Court. The 100-day window from the issuance of a charge to the filing of a proceeding is a key procedural element of this enforcement process. Tenants seeking to understand their options may consider reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office for general information about how this process works.
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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