Sullivan, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 133-7
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A. Any person claiming to be aggrieved by an unlawful discriminatory practice may, by himself or by his attorney, make, sign and file with the office a verified complaint which shall state the name and address of the person or persons alleged to have committed the unlawful discriminatory practice complained of and which shall set forth the particulars thereof and contain such other information as may be requested by the office. B. After filing of the complaint, the office shall make a prompt investigation in connection therewith. C. If in the judgment of the office, the circumstances so warrant, it may, at any time after the filing of the complaint, endeavor to eliminate such discriminatory practices by conference, conciliation and persuasion. D. Nothing contained in this article shall be construed so as to limit or prohibit investigation by any other governmental unit of competent jurisdiction, nor shall anything contained herein limit any aggrieved party from pursuing any remedy available therefrom. In the event of such a situation, the office is hereby empowered to place any and all of its material obtained through the investigation at the disposal of such other governmental unit.
Sullivan, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 § 133-7 establishes the procedural framework for addressing unlawful discriminatory practices in housing. A person who believes they have been subjected to such a practice may file a verified complaint with the designated office, which is then required to conduct a prompt investigation. The office may also attempt to resolve the matter through conference, conciliation, and persuasion, and this process does not prevent other government agencies with jurisdiction from conducting their own investigations or aggrieved parties from pursuing other available remedies.
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Under Sullivan, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 § 133-7, property owners and managers should be aware that a complaint alleging an unlawful discriminatory practice triggers a formal investigation by the designated office. Operators who maintain clear, consistent, and non-discriminatory policies and documentation are generally better positioned to respond to any inquiry or conciliation process that may follow. Because the provision also allows other governmental units to investigate simultaneously, a single complaint could involve more than one agency.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Sullivan, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 133 § 133-7 gives individuals who believe they have experienced an unlawful discriminatory practice the right to file a verified complaint—personally or through an attorney—with the designated office, which must then investigate promptly. The office may also work toward resolution through conciliation, but the provision explicitly preserves the right to pursue remedies through other governmental bodies as well. Tenants who believe their rights have been violated may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to understand the full range of complaint and enforcement options available under this and related provisions.
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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