Kan. Stat. Ann. § 44-1015
Discrimination in housing; definitions.
Operative Text
As used in this act, unless the context otherwise requires: (a) "Commission" means the Kansas human rights commission. (b) "Real property" means and includes: (1) All vacant or unimproved land; and (2) any building or structure which is occupied or designed or intended for occupancy, or any building or structure having a portion thereof which is occupied or designed or intended for occupancy. (c) "Family" includes a single individual. (d) "Person" means an individual, corporation, partnership, association, labor organization, legal representative, mutual company, joint-stock company, trust, unincorporated organization, trustee, trustee in bankruptcy, receiver and fiduciary. (e) "To rent" means to lease, to sublease, to let and otherwise to grant for a consideration the right to occupy premises not owned by the occupant. (f) "Discriminatory housing practice" means any act that is unlawful under K.S.A. 44-1016, 44-1017 or 44-1026, and amendments thereto. (g) "Person aggrieved" means any person who claims to have been injured by a discriminatory housing practice or believes that such person will be injured by a discriminatory housing practice that is about to occur. (h) "Disability" has the meaning provided by K.S.A. 44-1002 and amendments thereto. (i) "Familial status" means having one or more individuals less than 18 years of age domiciled with: (1) A parent or another person having legal custody of such individual or individuals; or (2) the designee of such parent or other person having such custody, with the written permission of such parent or other person.
Kan. Stat. Ann. §§ 44-1001 through 44-1015 establishes the foundational vocabulary for Kansas's fair housing law, defining key terms such as 'discriminatory housing practice,' 'familial status,' 'disability,' and 'real property.' These definitions determine who is protected, what conduct is covered, and which properties fall under the law's reach. Notably, 'family' is defined broadly enough to include a single individual, and 'familial status' extends protection to households where a parent or legal guardian lives with a child under 18.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Kan. Stat. Ann. §§ 44-1001–44-1015, property owners and managers operating in Kansas should be aware that the definitions in this section shape the full scope of the state's fair housing obligations. 'Real property' covers both vacant land and any building designed or intended for occupancy, meaning these definitions apply broadly across a rental portfolio. Compliant operators generally ensure that their policies and practices align with the defined terms, particularly the inclusive definitions of 'family' and 'familial status,' which extend protections to single individuals and households with minor children.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Kan. Stat. Ann. §§ 44-1001–44-1015 sets out the definitions that underpin Kansas fair housing protections, including who qualifies as a 'person aggrieved'—anyone who believes they have been or are about to be harmed by a discriminatory housing practice. Tenants who believe they have experienced discrimination based on familial status, disability, or other covered characteristics may have standing to pursue a complaint under this framework. The Kansas Human Rights Commission, defined in this section as the 'Commission,' is the state body that administers these protections, and tenant-rights organizations can help individuals understand how these definitions apply to their circumstances.
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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