Exclusive Rental: Vegan Landlord Bans Meat and Fish Cooks
Controversial Meat Cooking Rule Imposed by Building Owner in Brooklyn, New York
Residents of a building in the Brooklyn area of New York were taken aback when the owner implemented a rule prohibiting the cooking of meat and fish products. According to reports, the owner, Michal Arieh Lerer, was bothered by the lingering smell of meat in his own apartment, located on the upper floor.
Real estate agent Andrea Kelly assured potential tenants that the rule is not a form of discrimination against meat consumers. She explained that individuals who wish to rent houses are still welcome as long as they comply with the no-meat cooking regulation. Furthermore, Lerer’s restriction only pertains to cooking meat within the building, meaning tenants are free to order meat dishes from outside.
Supporting Lerer’s decision, Motti Lerer, the co-owner of the building and Michal Arieh Lerer’s ex-wife, emphasized that the rule is not discriminatory. She stated that tenants must adapt to the shared living space and respect the preferences of others.
Motti Lerer, who happens to be a vegan, revealed that since they purchased the building in 2007, they have consistently avoided renting to individuals who cook meat.
Despite not violating the New York State Human Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination based on various factors such as age, race, gender, and income source, the meat cooking rule has sparked controversy among residents.
Many were surprised by the building owners’ decision, especially since it does not align with the principles of inclusiveness and non-discrimination. However, it is important to note that the real estate agent has removed the house’s rental advertisement from their website, and the ban on cooking meat is no longer mentioned in their ads.
The issue raises questions about the boundaries of personal preference and communal living. It remains to be seen how the situation will develop and if any further actions will be taken to address the concerns of the affected tenants.
