Owego Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 114 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 114-4
Discrimination in sale or rental of housing
Operative Text
Except as exempted by § 114-7 , it shall be unlawful within the Village of Owego: A. To 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 a dwelling to any person because of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. B. To discriminate against any person in the terms, conditions or privileges of sale or rental of a dwelling or in the provision of services or facilities in connection therewith because of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. C. To make, print or publish or cause to be made, printed or published any notice, statement or advertisement with respect to the sale or rental of a dwelling that indicates any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex or national origin or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. D. To represent to any person because of race, color, religion, sex or national origin that any dwelling is not available for inspection, sale or rental when such dwelling is in fact so available. E. For profit, to induce or attempt to induce any person to sell or rent any dwelling by representations regarding the entry or prospective entry into the neighborhood of a person or persons of a particular race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
Section 114-4 of Owego Village's Code of Ordinances prohibits a range of discriminatory practices in the sale and rental of housing based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. The rule covers outright refusals to sell or rent, discriminatory terms and conditions, misleading statements about availability, biased advertising, and profit-driven attempts to exploit neighborhood demographic fears (sometimes called 'blockbusting'). Certain exemptions may apply under § 114-7, but the core prohibition applies broadly within the Village of Owego.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 114-4 of the Owego Village Code, compliant property owners and managers apply consistent, documented criteria when evaluating offers, setting lease terms, and communicating availability to all prospective buyers or renters regardless of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Advertising and listing language is reviewed to ensure it contains no stated or implied preferences or limitations tied to any protected characteristic. Operators also avoid any representations—whether about a property's availability or about neighborhood demographics—that could constitute a violation of this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 114-4 of the Owego Village Code establishes that residents and prospective residents have the right to be free from discriminatory treatment in the sale or rental of housing on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. If a person believes they have experienced a refusal to rent, unequal terms, a misrepresentation of availability, or discriminatory advertising in violation of this provision, general enforcement paths may include filing a complaint with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development or the U.S. Department of Justice, both of which handle fair housing matters. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help individuals understand what documentation may be relevant and what options generally exist under fair housing 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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