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Lynwood — Ch. 54 Human Relations § 54-93

Guide or support dogs

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Verified 11/10/2026 · Next check 12/10/2026
LynwoodAssistance Animals (FHA)

Operative Text

Lynwood — Ch. 54 Human Relations § 54-93
It is unlawful to refuse to sell or rent because a person has a guide, hearing or support dog. It is a civil rights violation for the owner or agent of any housing accommodation to: (1)
Refuse to sell or rent after the making of a bona fide offer, or to refuse to negotiate for the sale or rental of, or otherwise make unavailable or deny property to any blind, hearing impaired, or physically disabled person because he has a guide, hearing or support dog;
(2) Discriminate against any blind, hearing impaired, or physically disabled person in the terms, conditions, or privileges of the sale or rental of property, or in the provision of services or facilities in connection therewith, because he has a guide, hearing or support dog; or
(3) Require, because a blind, hearing impaired, or physically disabled person has a guide, hearing or support dog, an extra charge in a lease or rental agreement, or contract of purchase or sale, other than for actual damage done to the premises by the dog.
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Plain English

Lynwood Ch. 54 § 54-93 makes it a civil rights violation for housing owners or their agents to refuse to sell or rent to blind, hearing-impaired, or physically disabled individuals solely because they have a guide, hearing, or support dog. The rule also prohibits applying different terms, conditions, or privileges to such individuals on that basis. Owners may charge for actual damage the dog causes to the premises, but may not impose any extra fee simply because the animal is present.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under Lynwood Ch. 54 § 54-93, compliant housing operators treat applicants and residents who use guide, hearing, or support dogs the same as any other applicant or resident in all aspects of the sale or rental process. This means avoiding any policy, surcharge, or lease clause that singles out these assistance animals as a basis for denial or added cost. Operators may document and seek compensation for actual physical damage the dog causes to the property, which is the only dog-related charge the provision permits.

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

For Tenants

Lynwood Ch. 54 § 54-93 gives blind, hearing-impaired, and physically disabled individuals the right to seek housing without being turned away, charged extra fees, or subjected to different rental terms because they rely on a guide, hearing, or support dog. If a housing owner or agent imposes an extra charge beyond actual damage costs, refuses to negotiate, or otherwise treats you differently on this basis, that conduct may constitute a civil rights violation under this provision. Tenants who believe their rights under § 54-93 have been violated can explore options such as filing a complaint with a local human relations or civil rights body, raising the violation as a defense in a housing proceeding, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general guidance.

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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References In

Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

IL Muni § 54-21
IL Muni § 54-262
IL Muni § 54-264
IL Muni § 54-231
IL Muni § 54-208
IL Muni § 54-211

Related Rules

§ 209.190
Housing accommodations, defined — discrimination against persons with visual, hearing or physical disabilities, prohibited — dogs, guide, hearing or service to have full access — liability for actual damages
§ 3-104.1
Refusal to sell or rent because a person has a guide, hearing or support dog. It is a civil rights violation for the owner or agent of any housing accommodation to: (A) refuse to sell or rent after the making of a bona fide offer, or to refuse to negotiate for the sale or rental of, or otherwise make unavailable or deny property to any blind or hearing impaired person or person with a physical disability because the blind or hearing impaired person or person with a physical disability has a guide, hearing, or support dog; or (B) discriminate against any blind or hearing impaired person or person with a physical disability in the terms, conditions, or privileges of sale or rental property, or in the provision of services or facilities in connection therewith, because the blind or hearing impaired person or person with a physical disability has a guide, hearing, or support dog; or (C) require, because a blind or hearing impaired person or person with a physical disability has a guide, hearing, or support dog, an extra charge in a lease, rental agreement, or contract of purchase or sale, other than for actual damage done to the premises by the dog
§ 38-37
Refusal to sell or rent because person has a guide, hearing or support dog

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