Prairie State Legal Services Fair Housing Project

Prairie State Legal Services Fair Housing Project Please contact us with any questions about fair housing laws or with any potential instances of housing discrimination. 855-FHP-PSLS (855-347-7757)

Fair Housing Project attorneys can investigate claims of housing discrimination; advise and help clients enforce their rights; and teach community groups about the fair housing laws. The Prairie State Legal Services Fair Housing Project fights against illegal housing discrimination in Lake, McHenry, Winnebago, and Boone counties, as well as the cities of Peoria and Bloomington-Normal. Illinois cit

izens are protected from illegal housing discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, s*x or s*xual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, military status, or order of protection status. The Fair Housing Project can investigate claims of housing discrimination, advise clients; help clients enforce their rights; and teach community groups about the fair housing laws.

May 19 is National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. It is a day to raise awareness about the impact of...
05/19/2026

May 19 is National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. It is a day to raise awareness about the impact of HIV in Asian and Pacific Islander communities. Individuals with HIV/AIDS have certain legal protections under the law, including relating to privacy. If you have a civil legal issue relating to HIV/AIDS, you can call PSLS at 800-531-7057 to speak with a member of our staff and apply for our services. Learn more about HIV testing, prevention and treatment at: cdc.gov/stophivtogether.

05/06/2026

CONGRATULATIONS: Maya Ziv-El, PSLS' Senior Rental Housing Attorney, recently accepted the Northern District of Illinois Federal Court’s Pro Bono and Public Interest Award. She was nominated for her work in federal court for a PSLS client: https://pslegal.org/job-details/Rockford-Area-Landlord-Pays-Damages-for-Racial-Insult. Maya was nominated by PSLS’ Director of Complex and Appellate Litigation, Katie Liss, who wrote in part: “Her work in enforcing the protections of the Fair Housing Act not only secured meaningful relief for her client but also reinforced the broader public interest in fair housing.” Congratulations, Maya!

Pictured: PSLS Director of Legal Operations, Sam DiGrino (left), PSLS Senior Rental Housing Attorney, Maya Ziv-El (middle), and PSLS Director of Complex and Appellate Litigation, Katie Liss (right).

Fair housing protections apply to older adults. It may be unlawful to treat individuals differently in housing based on ...
05/01/2026

Fair housing protections apply to older adults. It may be unlawful to treat individuals differently in housing based on age or disability, including in senior or long-term care settings. Housing providers must follow fair housing laws and apply policies consistently. If you have concerns about a fair housing issue affecting an older adult, contact PSLS at 855-347-7757 to speak with a member of our staff and apply for our services.

Housing providers should ensure that screening criteria, including criminal background policies, are applied consistentl...
04/30/2026

Housing providers should ensure that screening criteria, including criminal background policies, are applied consistently and in compliance with fair housing requirements. Policies that are not applied uniformly or that create unnecessary barriers may raise fair housing concerns. If you have questions about your rights or housing policies, contact PSLS at 855-347-7757 to speak with a member of our staff and apply for our services.

04/30/2026

Earlier this week, City of Bloomington, Illinois issued a proclamation recognizing April as Fair Housing Month. PSLS Supervising Attorney, Erin Duncan, accepted the proclamation from Bloomington Mayor Dan Brady.

The Lake County Board recently issued a proclamation recognizing April as Fair Housing Month. PSLS Supervising Attorney,...
04/30/2026

The Lake County Board recently issued a proclamation recognizing April as Fair Housing Month. PSLS Supervising Attorney, Gautham Kaveti (fourth from left) and PSLS Senior Rental Housing Attorney, Maya Ziv-El (third from right), attended the meeting to accept the proclamation. Thank you, Lake County, IL Government, for supporting PSLS!

Fair housing protections include accessible design and construction. Certain multifamily housing must meet accessibility...
04/29/2026

Fair housing protections include accessible design and construction. Certain multifamily housing must meet accessibility requirements to ensure equal use by individuals with disabilities. This may include accessible entrances and common areas, usable kitchens and bathrooms, and reinforcements for grab bars. Accessible housing helps ensure equal opportunity for all. If you have concerns about accessibility in housing, contact PSLS at 855-347-7757 to speak with a member of our staff and apply for our services.

It may be unlawful to treat individuals differently in the availability, terms, or pricing of home insurance based on pr...
04/29/2026

It may be unlawful to treat individuals differently in the availability, terms, or pricing of home insurance based on protected characteristics. This may include denying coverage, charging higher premiums or limiting coverage in certain areas. If you have concerns about discrimination in housing-related insurance, contact PSLS at 855-347-7757 to speak with a member of our staff and apply for our services.

Property appraisals should be based on objective factors, not influenced by protected characteristics. Appraisal bias ma...
04/28/2026

Property appraisals should be based on objective factors, not influenced by protected characteristics. Appraisal bias may occur when the value of a home is affected by factors such as the race or national origin of the homeowner or the characteristics of a neighborhood. Fair and unbiased appraisals are an important part of equal access to housing and credit. If you have concerns about a housing-related appraisal, contact PSLS at 855-347-7757 to speak with a member of our staff and apply for our services.

It is unlawful to treat buyers differently based on protected characteristics during the homebuying process. This may in...
04/28/2026

It is unlawful to treat buyers differently based on protected characteristics during the homebuying process. This may include steering buyers to certain neighborhoods, providing different information about availability, and refusing to negotiate or show properties. If you believe you have experienced discrimination in a home sale, contact PSLS at 855-347-7757 to speak with a member of our staff and apply for our services.

It is unlawful under the Fair Housing Act to retaliate against someone for exercising their fair housing rights. This in...
04/27/2026

It is unlawful under the Fair Housing Act to retaliate against someone for exercising their fair housing rights. This includes actions such as eviction or threats of eviction, harassment or intimidation, refusal to make necessary repairs, and denying services or enforcing rules differently. Retaliation for reporting discrimination or harassment is prohibited under federal law. If you or someone you know has experienced fair housing issues, contact PSLS at 855-347-7757 to speak with a member of our staff and apply for our services.

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