Kan. Admin. Regs. 21-60 § K.A.R. 21-60-2
Discriminatory housing practices on the basis of familial status.
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The protections afforded against discrimination on the basis of familial status shall apply to any person who is pregnant or is in the process of securing legal custody of any individual who has not attained the age of 18 years.
K.A.R. 21-60-2 extends fair housing protections based on familial status to two additional groups: people who are pregnant and people who are in the process of obtaining legal custody of a minor under 18. This means that the same anti-discrimination rules that protect households with children also cover these individuals before a child is actually born or before a custody arrangement is finalized. The provision ensures that housing discrimination protections apply at the point when a person's familial circumstances are changing, not only after they are fully established.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under K.A.R. 21-60-2, operators of housing subject to Kansas fair housing law are expected to treat pregnant applicants and those pursuing legal custody of a minor the same as any other applicant or resident protected under familial status rules. Compliant operators generally avoid screening criteria, policies, or communications that would disadvantage someone solely because they are expecting a child or are mid-process in a custody proceeding. Reviewing occupancy standards, application procedures, and staff training materials to reflect this broader definition of familial status is a common practice among operators seeking to remain in compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
K.A.R. 21-60-2 means that if you are pregnant or actively seeking legal custody of a child under 18, you are entitled to the same familial-status protections as households that already include children. If you believe a landlord has denied housing, imposed different terms, or otherwise treated you unfavorably because of your pregnancy or pending custody situation, that may constitute a discriminatory housing practice under this regulation. General enforcement paths include filing a complaint with the Kansas Human Rights Commission or contacting a local tenant-rights or fair housing organization for information about your options.
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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