House & Apartment
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Acknowledgements
Since the making of this video, the Illinois Human Rights Act has expanded to also prohibit discrimination in real estate transactions based on arrest record, source of income, and, beginning on January 1, 2024, immigration status.
Note: This video and the others in the series are only available in English.
About this video
This video is a general overview of fair housing for condominium associations and cooperatives. The information provided in this video includes:
- Definitions of fair housing
- What types of discrimination are covered under the law
- An explanation of reasonable accommodations and modifications for people with disabilities
- Examples of cases brought against condos and cooperatives
- Costs that come from non-compliance with the Fair Housing Act
- Exemptions to the Fair Housing Act
- Examples of best practices
- Information about fair housing testing
- An explanation of how complaints are filed
About the fair housing video series
This video series about fair housing will help victims of housing discrimination and household providers understand what is prohibited under the Fair Housing Act. The video series also provides information about what to do if you have been discriminated against, such as how to file a complaint, get legal help, and recognize unfair housing practices around you.
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