Commonwealth v. Orian

Brassard, Raymond J., J.

Plaintiff Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through its Attorney General, brought a housing discrimination action against defendant Shimon Orian for refusing to rent to disabled persons. The matter is now before this Court on the defendant’s Motion to Dismiss. On May 10, 2005, a hearing was held on the motion. For the reasons stated below, the defendant’s Motion to Dismiss is DENIED.

BACKGROUND

Delta Projects, Inc. is a non-profit entity that sets up residences for persons with disabilities. Shimon Orian owned and listed for rent a single-family house, located at 86 Oldham…