Lyons, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 236 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 236-14
Fair housing
Operative Text
No person, or agent acting on behalf of another, shall: A. Refuse to sell, lease, rent or otherwise deny or withhold any housing accommodation constructed or to be constructed in the Town of Lyons to any person or refuse to negotiate for the sale, lease or rental of any housing accommodation to any person by reason of the race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin of the person or represent that any housing accommodation is not available. B. Discriminate against any person because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin in the terms, conditions or privileges of the sale, rental or lease of any housing accommodation constructed or to be constructed. C. Print or circulate or cause to be printed or circulated any statement, advertisement or publications, or use any form or application for the purchase, rental or lease of any housing accommodations, or make any record of inquiry in connection with the prospective purchase, rental or lease of any housing accommodation which expresses, directly or indirectly, any limitation, specification or discrimination as to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or any intent to make any such limitation, specification or discrimination. D. Violate any other applicable provision of the Fair Housing Act.
Lyons, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 236 § 236-14 establishes that no individual or agent may refuse to sell, rent, or lease housing—or alter its terms—based on a person's race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin. The provision also prohibits publishing or circulating any advertisement, application, or record that expresses or implies such discriminatory preferences. Additionally, it incorporates the federal Fair Housing Act by reference, meaning compliance with that broader law is also required within the Town of Lyons.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 236 § 236-14, property owners and managers in the Town of Lyons generally ensure that all listings, advertisements, rental applications, and inquiry records are free of language that could signal a preference or limitation based on protected characteristics such as race, religion, sex, handicap, or familial status. Compliant operators apply consistent criteria when evaluating prospective buyers or tenants and document their processes in a way that reflects uniform, non-discriminatory treatment. Because the provision also incorporates the federal Fair Housing Act, operators typically stay current with both local and federal fair housing standards.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 236-14 of the Lyons Code of Ordinances gives residents and prospective residents the right to seek housing without facing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin—whether in advertising, negotiations, or the terms of a lease or sale. Individuals who believe this provision has been violated may consider filing a complaint with a local or state fair housing agency, or with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, which enforces the federal Fair Housing Act also referenced in this section. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help explain the range of options available under both local and federal 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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