Park Forest — Ch. 54 Human Relations § 54-1
Dedication
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It is declared to be in the best interests of the citizens of the village that there be a healthy, stable, integrated and balanced living pattern within the village thereby affording its citizens the benefits of interracial, interreligious and intercultural associations.
Park Forest Chapter 54, Section 54-1 sets out the foundational purpose of the village's Human Relations ordinance, declaring that a healthy, stable, integrated, and balanced living environment is in the best interests of all village residents. The provision frames the ordinance around the social benefits that come from interracial, interreligious, and intercultural community life. It does not impose specific requirements or prohibitions on its own, but establishes the values that guide the rest of Chapter 54.
Plain English — not legal advice.
As property owners and managers operating in Park Forest, understanding that § 54-1 establishes the village's commitment to integrated and balanced housing helps contextualize the obligations that follow throughout Chapter 54. Compliant operators generally align their rental and management practices with the fair and open community principles articulated in this dedication section. While § 54-1 itself is a statement of purpose rather than an enforceable rule, it signals the spirit in which the rest of the Human Relations chapter is to be applied.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 54-1 of Park Forest's Human Relations ordinance reflects the village's foundational commitment to ensuring that all residents can benefit from an integrated and balanced community. While this provision is a declaration of purpose rather than a directly enforceable right, it provides important context for understanding the protections that follow in Chapter 54. Tenants who believe their rights under the broader Human Relations chapter have been violated may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or local human relations body for guidance on available 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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