La Grange — Title VII Ch. 14 Fair Housing § 7-14-105
Interference, Coercion or Intimidation
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It is unlawful to coerce, intimidate, threaten, or interfere with any Person in the exercise or enjoyment of, or on account of his having exercised or enjoyed, or on account of his having aided or encouraged any other Person in the exercise or enjoyment of any right granted or protected by this chapter.
Section 7-14-105 of La Grange's Fair Housing ordinance prohibits anyone from using coercion, intimidation, threats, or interference against a person because that person exercised a fair housing right, enjoyed a fair housing protection, or helped someone else do so. The rule covers both direct victims and those who assisted or encouraged others in asserting their rights. This provision applies broadly to any conduct designed to discourage or punish the exercise of rights established elsewhere in Title VII, Chapter 14.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 7-14-105, property owners and managers are expected to refrain from any conduct—such as threats, pressure tactics, or retaliatory actions—directed at applicants, tenants, or third parties who have asserted or supported fair housing rights. Compliant operators generally document their communications and decisions in ways that demonstrate actions are based on legitimate, non-retaliatory business reasons. Training staff to recognize what constitutes interference or intimidation under this chapter is a common practice among operators seeking to stay within the law.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 7-14-105 protects tenants not only when they personally exercise fair housing rights, but also when they assist or encourage others to do the same. If a tenant believes they have experienced threats, coercion, or interference in connection with a fair housing right under Title VII, Chapter 14, they may consider filing a complaint with the appropriate local or state fair housing authority, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general information about available enforcement paths. Keeping records of any communications or incidents that may constitute interference can be useful when exploring these options.
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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