In a recent ruling, the State Division of Human Rights has resolved a complaint against two real estate firms concerning housing discrimination in New Windsor. The companies were charged with not adhering to a previous settlement linked to allegations of unfair treatment in their rental practices. Under the terms of this new resolution, they must pay a civil fine of $10,000 and engage in training on Human Rights Law.
This all began in 2020 when a complaint was lodged against Tower Management Service LLP and Tower Force Hill Apartments LLC by a resident who is black and lives with her children. The woman alleged that she faced eviction due to her children’s noise levels and claimed discrimination based on race, colour, and familial status—matters protected by state human rights law.
Remarkably, the original complaint was settled in less than four months, which mandated that property managers complete fair housing training within six months. However, a year later, the Division of Human Rights indicated that the companies had not sufficiently demonstrated their compliance regarding this training component of the settlement.
The State Division of Human Rights resolved a discrimination complaint against two real estate companies in New Windsor for failing to comply with a prior settlement. They will pay a $10,000 fine and participate in training on Human Rights Law. The case was filed in 2020 when a black resident alleged wrongful eviction and discrimination based on race and familial status. Previous settlement terms mandated fair housing training, which the companies reportedly did not complete.
This case underscores the importance of enforcing compliance with housing discrimination laws, reflecting a commitment to uphold human rights. The resolution signals that even after settlements, ongoing scrutiny is essential to ensure fairness and equality in housing practices. The mandatory training is a step towards preventing future discriminatory behaviour, protecting vulnerable tenants from unjust eviction and bias.
Original Source: midhudsonnews.com
