Mount Carmel — Ch. 8½ Discrimination § 8½-28
Discriminatory advertising of housing
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It shall be unlawful to print or publish any statement or advertisement that, with respect to the sale or rental of any dwelling, indicates any discrimination or intent to discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status or physical or mental handicap.
Mount Carmel Ch. 8½ Discrimination § 8½-28 prohibits the printing or publishing of any housing advertisement or statement that signals discrimination—or an intent to discriminate—based on race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, or physical or mental handicap. The rule applies to both sale and rental housing. Any language in a listing, sign, or notice that suggests certain groups are preferred or excluded falls within the scope of this provision.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 8½-28, property owners and managers who advertise dwellings for sale or rent are generally expected to review all listings, flyers, and promotional materials to ensure no language signals a preference for or exclusion of any protected class. Compliant operators typically use neutral, property-focused descriptions and avoid references to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, or disability. Reviewing advertising copy before publication—including online listings and printed notices—is a standard practice for operators seeking to comply with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 8½-28 gives individuals the right to be free from discriminatory housing advertisements in Mount Carmel, covering protected characteristics such as race, national origin, marital status, and physical or mental handicap. If a prospective tenant encounters a listing or notice that appears to signal discrimination, that advertisement may constitute a violation of this provision. General enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with a local fair housing office or human relations commission, or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with local anti-discrimination law.
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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