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Havana — Title 9 Ch. 9.12 Housing Discrimination § 9.12.010

Declaration of policy

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Verified 11/10/2026 · Next check 2/8/2027
HavanaFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

Havana — Title 9 Ch. 9.12 Housing Discrimination § 9.12.010
It is hereby declared to be the policy of the city in the exercise of its police power for the public safety, public health, and general welfare to assure equal opportunity to all persons to live in decent housing facilities regardless of race, color, religion, sex or national origin and, to that end, to prohibit discrimination in housing by any persons.
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Plain English

Havana Title 9 Ch. 9.12 § 9.12.010 establishes the city's foundational policy that every person has an equal opportunity to access decent housing, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. The provision frames housing discrimination as a matter of public safety, public health, and general welfare, placing it squarely within the city's authority to regulate. It sets the overarching intent to prohibit discriminatory conduct in housing by any person or party.

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For Property Managers

Under Havana § 9.12.010, the city has declared a clear public policy against housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Operators who understand this foundational policy are generally better positioned to ensure their practices — from advertising to tenant selection — align with the nondiscrimination principles that flow from it. Familiarity with this declaration helps property owners recognize the scope of the city's commitment to equal housing opportunity throughout Title 9 Ch. 9.12.

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

For Tenants

Havana § 9.12.010 reflects the city's stated commitment to ensuring that all residents can access decent housing free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Tenants who believe they have experienced housing discrimination may find this declaration relevant as the policy foundation underlying the more specific provisions of Title 9 Ch. 9.12. General enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with the appropriate local authority or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Havana's housing code.

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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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

IL Muni § 9.12.030

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