Ashland — Ch. 20 Human Relations § 20-32
Advertisements of real estate agent
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It shall be an unlawful housing practice and a violation of this article for any real estate agent or other person to publish or circulate a statement, advertisement or notice of an intention to sell or lease any dwelling or housing in a manner that is unlawful under this article.
Ashland Ch. 20 § 20-32 makes it an unlawful housing practice for real estate agents or any other person to publish or circulate advertisements, statements, or notices about the sale or lease of housing in a way that violates the broader anti-discrimination requirements of the article. The rule extends the article's fair-housing protections into the advertising and marketing context, meaning that discriminatory messaging in listings or notices is itself a separate violation. Any such publication—whether in print, online, or another medium—can constitute a breach of this provision independent of whether an actual transaction takes place.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers who list or advertise dwellings in Ashland should ensure that all marketing materials, including listings, flyers, and notices, comply with the full scope of Ch. 20 § 20-32 and the broader human-relations article it references. Compliant operators typically review advertisement language to confirm it contains no statements that express a preference, limitation, or exclusion based on characteristics protected under the article. Maintaining a consistent review process for all advertising channels—online platforms, print, and signage—is a common practice among operators seeking to avoid an unlawful-housing-practice finding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Ashland Ch. 20 § 20-32, tenants and prospective renters have standing to recognize that a discriminatory advertisement or listing notice is itself a violation of the article, not merely evidence of potential future discrimination. If you encounter a housing advertisement that appears to violate this provision, options generally include filing a complaint with the local human-relations or fair-housing authority that administers Ch. 20, or reaching out to a tenant-rights or fair-housing organization for guidance. Documenting the advertisement—such as saving a screenshot or copy with the date and source—is a step commonly taken by those who later pursue a formal complaint.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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