Fair Housing
Equal access to housing, in practice and not only in policy.
Last Updated: August 2026
Fair housing law governs how we advertise, whom we show property to, what we say about a neighborhood, and how an application is handled. We follow it, and we expect to be held to it. If we fall short, the routes below are real, and we would rather hear from you than not.
New York State
Housing and Anti-Discrimination Notice
Federal, State and Local Fair Housing and Anti-discrimination Laws protect individuals from housing discrimination. It is unlawful to discriminate based on certain protected characteristics, which include, but are not limited to: race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, age, disability, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, lawful source of income or familial status.
The following are some examples of potential fair housing violations
- Refusing to rent, sell or show a property based on a potential tenant or purchaser’s protected characteristic.
- Quoting a higher price to a purchaser or renter because of the potential purchaser or tenant’s protected characteristic.
- Refusing to rent to a tenant who has children or increasing a security deposit based on the number of children who will be living in the apartment.
- Steering prospective tenants or purchasers to certain neighborhoods based on any protected characteristics.
- Refusing to rent to a potential tenant because of their source of income, including but not limited to, Section 8 vouchers or other government subsidies.
- Refusing to waive a “no pet” policy for tenants that require a service, assistance or emotional support animal.
- Discriminating at the direction of a seller or landlord or because it is the preference of a seller or landlord.
- Refusing to rent to a renter who is a victim of domestic violence.
You have the right to file a complaint
- New York State, Department of State: (518) 474-4429
- New York State, Division of Human Rights: (844) 862-8703
Issued by the New York State Department of State, Division of Licensing Services (Rev. 02/25). Reproduced in full.
Our Commitment
Luxury Realty International is committed to equal access to housing, without discrimination. Every person deserves fair treatment, clear information, and the same opportunity to pursue a home. We carry that responsibility into every client relationship.
The Fair Housing Act
Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended, prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. The law applies to virtually all housing transactions and extends to advertising, lending, insurance, and brokerage services.
Protected Classes
Federal Protections
Race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), familial status, and disability.
New York State Additions
Age, marital status, military status, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and any other class protected under the New York State Human Rights Law.
Our Standards
Equal Service
Every client receives the same caliber of attention, market intelligence, and advisory guidance regardless of protected class status.
No Steering
We never direct clients toward or away from neighborhoods, buildings, or communities based on protected characteristics. Our recommendations are guided solely by stated preferences, budget, and lifestyle requirements.
Advisor Training
Every licensed person at LRI completes fair housing education before working with a client, and repeats it on the schedule New York requires.
Accessibility
We are committed to making our services and digital platforms accessible to individuals with disabilities, and we provide reasonable accommodations upon request.
Reporting Discrimination
Internal Reporting
If you believe you have experienced or witnessed housing discrimination in connection with LRI services, please contact our compliance team at compliance@luxuryrealtyintl.com or call (212) 380-3790. All reports are investigated promptly and confidentially.
External Reporting
You may also file a complaint directly with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) at 1-800-669-9777 or online at hud.gov. Complaints must generally be filed within one year of the alleged discriminatory act.
Resources
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
hud.gov: Federal fair housing information, complaint filing, and guidance.
New York State Division of Human Rights
dhr.ny.gov: State-level discrimination complaints and resources for New York residents.
Luxury Realty International is an Equal Housing Opportunity firm. For questions about our fair housing practices, please contact us.