Harwood Heights — Title 19 Fair Housing § 19.04.010
Declaration of policy
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A. It is declared to be the public policy of the village and the purpose of this chapter, in the exercise of its power to regulate for the protection of the public health, safety, morals and welfare, and to maintain and promote commerce and good government in the village and to acknowledge the value of diversity within the village, to assure fair housing and freedom from the effects of residential segregation by race, color, creed, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, gender identity, or housing status, to promote population diversity in a free and open community, to secure for all persons in the village equal opportunities to view, purchase, lease, rent or otherwise occupy real estate without discrimination, and to secure for its citizens the economic, social and professional benefits of living in an integrated society. To that end, the Village of Harwood Heights, Cook County, Illinois hereby advises the public that it will administer its assisted programs and activities relating to housing and community development in a manner to affirmatively further fair housing in the sale or rental of housing, the financing of housing, and the provision of brokerage services. The Village of Harwood Heights, Cook County, Illinois shall assist individuals who believe they have been subject to discrimination in housing through the resources of the Illinois Department of Human Rights or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. B. The Village of Harwood Heights, Cook County, Illinois, has designated the village board as the contact to coordinate efforts to comply with this policy. Inquiries should be directed, during regular business hours of the Village of Harwood Heights, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Saturdays: Arlene Jezierny Harwood Heights Village President Harwood Heights Village Hall 7300 W. Wilson Harwood Heights, IL 60706 (708) 867.7200
Harwood Heights Title 19 Fair Housing § 19.04.010 establishes the village's commitment to eliminating housing discrimination based on a broad range of characteristics, including race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and source of income, among others. The provision declares that all people in the village are entitled to equal opportunities to view, purchase, lease, or rent real estate free from discriminatory barriers. The village has also committed to administering its housing and community development programs in ways that actively advance fair housing goals.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Harwood Heights § 19.04.010, operators of rental housing in the village are expected to conduct their leasing, advertising, and tenant-selection practices in a manner consistent with the village's declared policy of equal access to housing. Compliant operators generally avoid any practices that treat applicants differently based on the protected characteristics enumerated in this provision, such as source of income, disability, or national origin. Inquiries about compliance obligations can be directed to the Harwood Heights Village Hall during posted business hours.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Harwood Heights § 19.04.010 affirms that residents have the right to seek housing free from discrimination on a wide range of grounds, including gender identity, marital status, and housing status. The village has indicated it will help individuals who believe they have experienced housing discrimination by connecting them with the Illinois Department of Human Rights or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Those who believe their fair housing rights have been affected may also reach out to the village board, which is designated as the coordinating contact under this provision.
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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