MHCO Article Topics
Even if well meaning, the leasing agent could be accused of discrimination because she directed or “steered” the couple away from a particular apartment because of their sexual orientation.
Answer: Yes. This is known as the “statute of limitations,” and it applies to virtually all claims. The reason is because there needs to be a cut-off date for claims.
2024 Fair Housing Litigation - Cases of Significance - Single Incident Must Be Egregious to Constitute Hostile Environment Harassment
(First in a series of Six Articles)
Why do landlords need a briefing on fair housing cases? The answer to that question is based on four facts:
Answer: I find no statutory authority giving tenants a legal right to access the records maintained by the landlord or manager. There is nothing in the Oregon Landlord-Tenant Act allowing this.
By Bill Miner and Seth (Moe) Tangman
Background. Although the Shepard case arose under the non-MHP section of the Act (pre-90.505) the principle is the same for MHPs.
You Make the Call: Does the tenant have a legally valid claim for FHA discrimination?
Answer: Yes
Case #1: Landlord May Be Liable for Tenant-on-Tenant Harassment