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In the UK it is illegal to refuse to let your property based on the person's race [1] and I am sure it's the same way in many other western countries. People u
by lbn 10y ago
In the UK it is illegal to refuse to let your property based on the person's race [1] and I am sure it's the same way in many other western countries.
People using Airbnb to rent out their property are effectively breaking the laws and due to loopholes in regulations cannot be held responsible. It's a lot more than just social rules.
[1] https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/discrimination-in-housing/overview-of-discrimination-in-housing/ https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/discrimination-in-...
- niccaluim 10y agoDunno how common this is but in my home state of Indiana the non-discrimination laws include specific exemptions for properties used as homes by the lessor. I imagine that would provide an out for people like Crissie if it ever came to a civil suit.
- the_ancient 10y agoThese roommate exceptions are definitely needed for a verity of reason. Living with someone is deeply personal as such you should be able to discriminate more that a simple commercial lease arrangement, however from the story I doubt they would apply as the author states "crissie" is in California and not on the property, or at least it is not her primary residence, might be a vacation home, or it might be pure rental income.
- ChoGGi 10y agoActually the author (as well as Steltek just above you) stated Crissie is the friend he is going to visit, not the Airbnb host.
- Steltek 10y agoJust to set the record straight for Crissie's sake. Crissie is the friend he was going to visit and is not responsible for any of the discrimination. Also, the racist does not use this property as a primary residence. It's one among many vacation rentals she owns so she has no protections under the law.
- niccaluim 10y agoD'oh, sorry. Reading comprehension ftw.