The second public forum on housing rights will be held at Grace Episcopal Church on Thursday, January 8th at 6pm.
The Human Rights Commission of Hopkinsville–Christian County will host the community discussion on the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, focusing on how the law impacts landlords, tenants, and fair housing.
Laurel King, an attorney and educator with decades of experience in housing and contract law, says the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act is often misunderstood.
click to download audioShe emphasizes the law is not a lease, but a framework meant to create fairness.
click to download audioKing says the act is designed to protect both sides of a rental agreement.
click to download audioShe adds that landlords and tenants can still negotiate terms, as long as they align with the law.
click to download audioThe goal, she says, is clarity and balance.
click to download audioThe forum will include time for questions and community discussion about rights and responsibilities under the law.