re: #77 researchok

Then there are the NYC coop boards who refuse applicants for any reason, They are quite clear they are answerable to no one.

One could argue that any business that discriminates can claim they are ‘private’.

New York City Commission on Human Rights - HOUSING

The City Human Rights Law protects residents of most types of housing in New York City against discrimination. If you reside in an apartment building or multiple family dwelling, co-op, condominium, government-assisted housing, or residential hotel, you are covered under the Law. The Law does not extend to residents of two-family houses if the owner or a member of the owner’s family resides in one of the housing accommodations and the available housing accommodation was not advertised. In addition, you are not covered by the Law if you rent a room or rooms in non-government assisted housing where the owner resides.

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