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Gurnee — Ch. 38 Human Relations § 38-1

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Verified 11/10/2026 · Next check 12/10/2026
GurneeFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

Gurnee — Ch. 38 Human Relations § 38-1
Those provisions of the Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/1-101 et seq., relating to fair housing practices, are hereby adopted by reference as if set out at length herein.
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Plain English

Section 38-1 of Gurnee's Human Relations chapter formally incorporates the fair housing provisions of the Illinois Human Rights Act (775 ILCS 5/1-101 et seq.) into local law. This means the same protections against housing discrimination that exist under state law apply within Gurnee as a matter of local ordinance as well. The rule does not create new substantive rights beyond those already established by the Illinois Human Rights Act, but it anchors those state-law standards directly in the village's own code.

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For Property Managers

Under Gurnee Ch. 38 § 38-1, property owners and managers operating in Gurnee are expected to follow the fair housing requirements of the Illinois Human Rights Act as part of their local compliance obligations. Compliant operators generally apply consistent, non-discriminatory criteria in advertising, tenant screening, lease terms, and all other aspects of housing transactions. Because the village has adopted the state act by reference, local enforcement mechanisms may apply alongside state-level processes.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Gurnee Ch. 38 § 38-1 means that residents and prospective tenants in Gurnee can look to both local ordinance and the Illinois Human Rights Act for fair housing protections. If someone believes they have experienced housing discrimination, general enforcement paths include filing a complaint with the Illinois Department of Human Rights, which administers the state act, or exploring remedies through local channels given the village's adoption of those standards. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Illinois fair housing law can help explain what protections may apply and how complaint processes generally work.

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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