Wawarsing, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 55 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 55-3
Affirmative action plan
Operative Text
The affirmative action plan for fair housing is as follows: A. A copy of this chapter and plan, together with a copy of Executive Order 11063, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, and copies of state and local fair housing laws shall be kept on file in the Supervisor's office. B. Housing and Urban Development-approved discrimination complaint forms will be available to the general public at the Supervisor's offices. C. Assistance shall be provided to all persons in filing such forms, and all eligible persons shall be referred to Legal Aid for further assistance, if necessary. D. Copies of HUD fair housing pamphlets will be distributed to all interested parties, upon request. E. All advertising for federally funded and/or sponsored programs shall use the Equal Housing Opportunity logo type and statement. F. The Fair Housing Officer will collect all complaints filed with the Town Supervisor and perform preliminary investigation to ascertain and verify the allegation. G. If the Fair Housing Officer is unable to conciliate the issue, he will refer to all appropriate state and federal agencies (United States Department of Housing and Urban Development and the New York State Division of Human Rights). H. The Fair Housing Officer will forward a copy of this chapter and plan to all local banks and financing organizations and cooperatively work for voluntary compliance with Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968.
Wawarsing, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 55 § 55-3 establishes a formal affirmative action plan for fair housing within the Town of Wawarsing. The plan requires the town to keep key federal and local fair housing laws on file, make complaint forms publicly available, distribute informational materials, and ensure that all advertising for federally funded programs carries the Equal Housing Opportunity logo. A designated Fair Housing Officer is responsible for collecting complaints, conducting preliminary investigations, and referring unresolved matters to state and federal agencies, including HUD and the New York State Division of Human Rights.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Wawarsing, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 55 § 55-3, operators involved in federally funded or sponsored housing programs are generally expected to include the Equal Housing Opportunity logo and statement in all related advertising. Compliant operators also cooperate with the Town's Fair Housing Officer and local banks or financing organizations in working toward voluntary compliance with Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968. Maintaining awareness of the complaint and referral process outlined in this section is a standard part of operating within the town's fair housing framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Wawarsing, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 55 § 55-3 establishes several resources for individuals who believe they have experienced housing discrimination. HUD-approved complaint forms are available at the Town Supervisor's office, and staff are required to assist anyone in completing them; those who need further help may be referred to Legal Aid. If a complaint cannot be resolved locally by the Fair Housing Officer, it may be forwarded to agencies such as the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development or the New York State Division of Human Rights, and tenant-rights organizations can also help individuals understand their options under this plan.
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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