The Fair Housing Act (FHA), enacted as part of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, prohibits discrimination in housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. FHA provisions also impact condominium, homeowner (HOA) and townhome community associations.
Prohibiting Discriminatory Rules and Policies
Community associations must ensure that their governing documents, rules, and … Read More ›
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), enacted in 1990, is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in various areas. The landmark legislation addresses employment, public accommodations, transportation, and access to government services. While the ADA primarily applies to public spaces, it has significant implications for condominium, homeowner (HOA) and townhome … Read More ›
“2025 Chicago and Illinois Landlord Legal Updates” – KSN landlord/tenant attorney Jessica Ryan discusses important legal updates impacting Illinois landlords and rental property managers.
Topics include Landlord Retaliation Act, tenant credit reports, flood disclosure, serving lawsuits, RLTO updates, rental assistance, and more. (60 mins.)
The KSN Podcast examines various aspects of association law, landlord/tenant issues, property tax … Read More ›
Effective collaboration and communication with your professional team is vital for the smooth administration of a condominium, homeowner (HOA), or townhome community association. From day-to-day management to long-term strategic planning, board members must work with a variety of professionals to maintain the community’s property, finances, and legal compliance.
Below are several key roles within your association’s … Read More ›