Cal. Civ. Code § 234.29
Equality of occupancy and employment.
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234.29 Equality of occupancy and employment. The authority shall require that occupancy of housing projects assisted under this chapter be open to all regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking, as defined in s. 106.50 (1m) (u), or creed, and that contractors and subcontractors engaged in the construction of economic development or housing projects, shall provide an equal opportunity for employment, without discrimination as to sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, or creed.
Wisconsin Statute § 234.29 establishes that housing projects receiving assistance under Chapter 234 must be open to all applicants without regard to sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, creed, or status as a victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking. Additionally, contractors and subcontractors working on these assisted economic development or housing projects are required to provide equal employment opportunities, free from discrimination based on sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, or creed. The provision applies to the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), which is responsible for enforcing these nondiscrimination requirements.
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Property owners and managers overseeing housing projects assisted under Chapter 234 should be aware that Wis. Stat. § 234.29 requires occupancy to be open to all prospective residents regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, creed, or protected victim status as defined in s. 106.50 (1m)(u). Compliant operators generally maintain written nondiscrimination policies, apply consistent screening criteria to all applicants, and ensure that any contractors or subcontractors involved in construction on the property are also operating under equal employment opportunity standards. Operators typically document their compliance practices and remain familiar with the definitions of protected classes referenced in the statute.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Wis. Stat. § 234.29, individuals seeking housing in authority-assisted projects have a right to be considered for occupancy without discrimination based on sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, creed, or status as a victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking. If a tenant or applicant believes this provision has been violated, general enforcement paths include filing a complaint with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority or contacting a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options. Consulting with a fair housing organization familiar with Chapter 234 can help clarify what documentation or steps are commonly involved in raising a potential violation.
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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