United States v Kevin Martin (S.D. Ohio)

On September 17, 2024, the court entered a consent decree in United States v. Martin (S.D. Ohio).  The complaint, which was filed on August 15, 2024, alleges that Kevin Martin, who owns and manages residential rental properties in and around Athens, Ohio, sexually harassed female tenants and housing applicants in violation of the Fair Housing Act from at least 2010 to 2020.  The consent order requires Martin to pay $165,000 to former female tenants and applicants harmed by his harassment and pay a $5,000 civil penalty to the United States.  It also bars Martin from managing residential rental properties, requires him to retain a property manager for properties he continues to own, and mandates training and the adoption of policies and procedures to prevent future discrimination.

Press Release (8/15/2024)