Hazel Crest — Ch. 14 Housing § 14-55
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(a) If the fair housing review board finds upon the preponderance of the evidence that the respondent has not violated this article, its order under section 14-54 shall dismiss the complaint. (b) If the fair housing review board fins upon the preponderance of the evidence that the respondent has violated this article, its order under section 14-54 shall assess a fine pursuant to Division II and shall provide for the taking of such further remedial action(s) as it deems appropriate, which may include, but need not be limited to: (1) Directing the respondent to cease and desist from violations of this article and to take such affirmative steps as necessary to effectuate the purposes of this article; (2) Initiating an appropriate court action for the enforcement of this article and for such other or further relief as the court may deem appropriate, including, but not limited to injunctive relief, compensatory damages, punitive damages and/or attorneys' fees and costs for award to the complainant; (3) Initiating proceedings for violation of federal or state law and/or regulations; (4) Initiating proceedings with any contracting agency, in the case of any violation of this article by respondent 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, for the purpose of causing a termination of such contract or any portion thereof, or obtaining other relief; (5) Initiating proceedings with the Illinois Department of Registration and Education, or any other agency, to revoke, suspend or refuse to renew the license of any person found to have violated any provision of this article; (6) Directing the respondent to reimburse the complainant for his actual and reasonable expenses incurred and to be incurred as a result of each violation found, including, but not limited to, expenses for moving and temporary storage of household furnishings, additional expenses in connection with the purchase or rental of a dwelling for alternative accommodations and reasonable attorneys' fees and costs, provided that no such reimbursement by any respondent shall exceed the sum of five hundred dollars ($500.00) with respect to each violation found; and/or (7) Directing the respondent to comply with such other or further relief as the fair housing review board may deem appropriate for the enforcement of this article.
Hazel Crest Ch. 14 Housing § 14-55 sets out what happens after the fair housing review board reaches a decision on a fair housing complaint. If the board finds no violation by a preponderance of the evidence, the complaint is dismissed. If a violation is found, the board may impose a fine and order a range of remedies — including cease-and-desist directives, court action for injunctive or compensatory relief, license proceedings, and reimbursement of the complainant's actual expenses up to $500 per violation found.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 14-55, a property owner or manager found to have violated Hazel Crest's fair housing article faces not just a fine but a broad set of potential remedies, including court-sought punitive damages, license suspension proceedings, and contract termination actions. Operators who maintain documented fair-housing compliance policies and training programs are generally better positioned to demonstrate good-faith adherence to the article. Keeping records of all housing transactions, communications, and decisions is a standard practice that supports a respondent's ability to respond to any complaint brought under this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 14-55 outlines the relief available to a complainant when the fair housing review board finds a violation — this can include a cease-and-desist order, court action seeking compensatory or punitive damages and attorneys' fees, and direct reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses such as moving costs and temporary housing, up to $500 per violation. Tenants who believe they have experienced a fair housing violation in Hazel Crest may file a complaint that triggers the board process described in this provision. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office familiar with local fair housing procedures can help a person understand the full range of remedies potentially available under § 14-55.
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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