La Grange — Title VII Ch. 14 Fair Housing § 7-14-95
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It is unlawful to perform any act of Discrimination with the intention or effect of restricting or limiting the housing choice of any Person.
Section 7-14-95 of La Grange's Fair Housing ordinance prohibits any act of discrimination—whether intentional or merely having a discriminatory effect—that restricts or limits a person's housing choices. The rule covers both deliberate discriminatory conduct and neutral-seeming practices that produce a discriminatory outcome. This provision applies broadly to anyone involved in housing transactions or decisions within the jurisdiction.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 7-14-95, compliant operators in La Grange review their policies, advertising, tenant-selection criteria, and day-to-day practices to ensure none of them—intentionally or in effect—narrow the housing options available to any person on a protected basis. Because the provision covers both intent and effect, operators generally audit facially neutral policies (such as income thresholds or application screening criteria) to confirm they do not produce a disparate, limiting outcome. Keeping documented records of consistent, non-discriminatory decision-making is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate compliance with this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 7-14-95 gives residents and applicants in La Grange protection against housing discrimination that either is intentionally discriminatory or simply has the effect of limiting their housing choices, even if no discriminatory intent can be proven. Tenants who believe a landlord, agent, or other housing provider has violated this provision may consider filing a complaint with the appropriate local or state fair housing authority, or reaching out to a tenant-rights or fair housing organization for guidance on available remedies. Raising a violation of § 7-14-95 may also be relevant as a defense or counterclaim in certain housing proceedings.
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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