Month: July 2019

Does my homeowners’ association have to comply with the ADA?

On behalf of Pentiuk, Couvreur & Kobiljak, P.C. | Jul 15, 2019 | Co-op Housing Discrimination

If you are on the board of a co-op or homeowners’ association, you may have concerns that your facility is out of compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. This could be a major issue for your organization, with the potential for major liability. The...

Regulating animals in housing organizations

On behalf of Pentiuk, Couvreur & Kobiljak, P.C. | Jul 9, 2019 | Co-op Member Issues, Fair Housing & The Ada

In the last few decades, the use of animals to provide comfort and support has expanded far beyond only service dogs. This often complicates housing arrangements, pitting pet policies against laws meant to protect tenants. Below, we break down a few of the most common...