Goldmark Property responds to lawsuit

FARGO, N.D. (AP) — A Fargo property management business facing a federal discrimination lawsuit says it does not charge special fees for residents with service animals.

Goldmark Property Management President Brad Williams says the company has several options available for people with medically necessary assistance animals.

The Bismarck-based Fair Housing of the Dakotas says Goldmark illegally charged tenants extra fees for keeping dogs they needed for their health or therapy. The nonprofit advocacy group accuses Goldmark of a "pattern of discrimination."

Williams says Goldmark takes all fair housing issues seriously and has a strong track record with fair housing authorities.

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