South Chicago Heights — Ch. 30 Fair Housing § 30-69
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(a) If the adjudicative agency finds that the respondent has not engaged in any violation of this chapter, it shall dismiss the complaint. (b) If the adjudicative agency finds that the respondent has engaged in a violation of this chapter, it shall recommend that the president and board of trustees or the corporate counsel, at their discretion: (1) Institute proceedings to enforce the provisions of this chapter against any person found in violation; (2) Apply to any court of competent jurisdiction for: 1. An order restraining any person from violating any provision of this chapter; or 2. Such other or further relief as may seem to the court appropriate for the enforcement of this chapter and the elimination of violations hereof, including, but not limited to, actual damages and/or attorney's fees/costs for award to the complainant. (3) Petition or institute proceedings with the department of registration and education for the purpose of causing the department to revoke, suspend, or refuse to renew the license granted by such department to any person found to have violated any provision of this chapter; (4) In the case of any violation of this chapter by any person in the course of performing under a contract or subcontract with the state or any political subdivision or agency thereof, or with the United States of America or any agency or instrumentality thereof, petition or institute proceedings with such contracting agency for the purpose of causing it to terminate such contract or any portion thereof, either absolutely or in condition of compliance with the provisions of this chapter.
South Chicago Heights Ch. 30 Fair Housing § 30-69 establishes the outcomes available after an adjudicative agency reviews a fair housing complaint. If no violation is found, the complaint is dismissed. If a violation is found, the agency recommends that village leadership or legal counsel consider a range of enforcement actions, which can include court orders, license proceedings, contract termination, and awards of actual damages and attorney's fees to the complainant.
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Under § 30-69, a finding of violation by the adjudicative agency can trigger recommendations for serious consequences, including court-ordered restraints, professional license suspension or revocation through the Department of Registration and Education, and termination of any government contracts tied to the violating conduct. Operators who hold state or municipal contracts face the additional exposure of contract termination proceedings. Property owners and managers generally maintain thorough fair housing compliance practices and documentation to avoid reaching the adjudicative stage described in this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 30-69 outlines the remedies that may be available to complainants when a fair housing violation is found, including actual damages and attorney's fees that a court may award. If the adjudicative agency finds in a complainant's favor, it recommends that the village president, board of trustees, or corporate counsel pursue enforcement through the courts or relevant licensing bodies. Tenants who believe they have experienced a fair housing violation under Ch. 30 may consider filing a complaint with the adjudicative agency, consulting a tenant-rights organization, or seeking independent legal guidance to understand which enforcement paths may apply to their situation.
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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