South Chicago Heights — Ch. 30 Fair Housing § 30-32
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It shall be unlawful to act or undertake to act as a real estate broker, salesman, or agent with respect to any dwelling, the disposition of which requires said person to participate in discrimination.
Section 30-32 of South Chicago Heights Ch. 30 Fair Housing makes it unlawful for real estate brokers, salespeople, or agents to act — or attempt to act — in any transaction involving a dwelling when doing so would require them to participate in discrimination. The rule targets the professional intermediary role itself: if carrying out a transaction demands discriminatory conduct, taking part in that transaction is prohibited. This applies regardless of whether the discrimination originates with the broker or is directed by another party.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 30-32, property owners and managers who work with or through real estate brokers, salespeople, or agents should be aware that instructing or expecting those professionals to engage in discriminatory practices in connection with a dwelling is itself a violation of South Chicago Heights fair housing law. Compliant operators generally ensure that any listing, showing, or disposition of a dwelling is conducted without conditions that would require a real estate professional to discriminate. Maintaining clear, non-discriminatory instructions to all agents and brokers involved in a transaction is a hallmark of lawful practice under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 30-32 of the South Chicago Heights Fair Housing ordinance gives prospective and current tenants a basis to raise concerns when a real estate broker, salesman, or agent appears to have participated in a discriminatory transaction involving a dwelling. If you believe a real estate professional acted in a way that violated this provision, general enforcement paths include filing a complaint with the applicable local fair housing authority or contacting a tenant-rights or fair housing organization for guidance. Documenting communications and interactions with any real estate professional involved in a housing transaction can be important when pursuing a complaint under § 30-32.
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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