Downers Grove — Art. 13A.II Fair Housing § 13A.19
Prohibited Acts Of Brokers And Salesmen
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It shall be unlawful for any real estate broker or real estate salesman: To make to any party to a real estate transaction any material misrepresentation with respect thereto. To act on behalf of more than one party in any real estate transaction without the knowledge and consent of all parties thereto. To fail or refuse, within a reasonable time after request, to furnish to any party to a real estate transaction a copy of any document signed by such party and in the possession of such broker or salesman. To fail or refuse, upon request, to permit any person to examine copies of any listing or descriptive materials respecting any dwelling which has been publicly offered for sale, lease or rental because of the race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, or handicap of such person. (Ord. No. 1349, § 4.1.)
Downers Grove § 13A.19 establishes several prohibitions on real estate brokers and salespeople operating in real estate transactions. Under this provision, brokers and salespeople may not make material misrepresentations, secretly represent multiple parties, withhold copies of signed documents from the parties who signed them, or deny anyone access to listing and descriptive materials based on protected characteristics such as race, religion, sex, age, marital status, or handicap. The rule is designed to ensure transparency, honesty, and equal access throughout the real estate process.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers who work with or act as real estate brokers or salespeople should be aware that § 13A.19 governs conduct in real estate transactions, including rentals. Compliant operators ensure that all parties are informed when dual representation occurs, that signed documents are made available upon request within a reasonable time, and that listing and descriptive materials are accessible to all prospective tenants or buyers regardless of protected characteristics. Maintaining clear records of disclosures, document delivery, and equal access practices reflects the standard of conduct this provision contemplates.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Downers Grove § 13A.19, tenants and prospective renters have the right to receive copies of documents they have signed, to be informed if a broker is representing multiple parties in the same transaction, and to access listing or descriptive materials for any publicly offered dwelling without being turned away based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, or handicap. If a broker or salesperson appears to have violated any of these protections, general enforcement paths may include filing a complaint with the Village of Downers Grove or a relevant fair housing agency, or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with local fair housing law. Tenants may also wish to document any denial of documents or access to listings as part of any potential complaint process.
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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