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Belvidere — Ch. 62 Human Relations § 62-31

Declaration of policy

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Verified 11/10/2026 · Next check 12/10/2026
BelvidereFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

Belvidere — Ch. 62 Human Relations § 62-31
It is the public policy of this city: (1)
Freedom from unlawful discrimination. To secure for all individuals within the city the freedom from discrimination against any individual because of his race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental handicap, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service in connection with real estate transactions and access to financial credit.
(2) Freedom from discrimination based on familial status. To prevent discrimination based on familial status in real estate transactions.
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Plain English

Belvidere Ch. 62 § 62-31 establishes the city's foundational anti-discrimination policy for real estate transactions and financial credit access. The provision declares that individuals may not be treated differently on the basis of characteristics such as race, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military status, or familial status. This policy statement sets the framework for the human relations protections that follow in the chapter.

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For Property Managers

Under Belvidere Ch. 62 § 62-31, property owners and managers operating in the city are expected to conduct real estate transactions without regard to the protected characteristics enumerated in this policy declaration, including race, religion, familial status, and disability. Compliant operators typically apply consistent, documented criteria when evaluating applicants, setting terms, and communicating with prospective or current tenants. Familiarity with this foundational policy helps operators understand the scope of protections that the broader chapter enforces.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Belvidere Ch. 62 § 62-31 reflects the city's commitment to ensuring that individuals are not denied housing opportunities or financial credit based on characteristics such as race, sex, disability, familial status, or military service history. Tenants who believe they have experienced such treatment in a real estate transaction may have grounds to raise a violation under this chapter. General enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with a local human relations body, consulting a tenant-rights organization, or seeking guidance from a fair-housing agency.

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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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

IL Muni § 62-34
IL Muni § 62-33

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