The government’s lawsuit alleges Airbnb and Blake violated the Fair Housing Act by discriminating against the Ylitalo family based on familial status. The DOJ is seeking injunctive relief, damages, and other remedies to prevent further violations.
Government Representation and Next Steps
The case is being handled by attorneys from the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California. As of Friday, representatives for Airbnb and the DOJ had not responded to requests for comment, and Blake could not be reached.
The lawsuit highlights growing concerns about discrimination on online rental platforms. The outcome of this case could set a precedent for how such platforms address alleged violations of federal housing laws.
