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Champaign — Ch. 17 Human Rights § 17-4.2

Same—Other units of government

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Verified 11/10/2026 · Next check 2/8/2027
ChampaignFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

Champaign — Ch. 17 Human Rights § 17-4.2
The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to other units of government, including the Federal government or any of its agencies, the State of Illinois and any other political subdivision, municipal corporation or their agencies.
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Plain English

Section 17-4.2 of Champaign's Human Rights chapter carves out an exemption for governmental entities, meaning the anti-discrimination and human rights rules established elsewhere in Chapter 17 do not cover federal agencies, the State of Illinois, other political subdivisions, or municipal corporations and their agencies. In practical terms, if a housing situation involves one of these governmental bodies as a party, the protections and obligations set out in Chapter 17 do not apply to that relationship. The exemption is limited to units of government — private landlords and private actors remain subject to the chapter's requirements.

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For Property Managers

Private property owners and managers operating in Champaign should note that § 17-4.2 does not create any exemption for them — the carve-out applies exclusively to governmental units such as federal agencies, the State of Illinois, and other public bodies. Compliant private operators continue to follow all applicable requirements of Chapter 17 regardless of whether a governmental entity is involved in a related transaction. Operators who are uncertain whether a particular entity qualifies as a governmental unit under this section may wish to consult legal counsel familiar with Illinois municipal law.

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

For Tenants

Under § 17-4.2, tenants whose housing is provided or managed by a governmental entity — such as a federal agency, the State of Illinois, a political subdivision, or a municipal corporation — cannot rely on Champaign's Chapter 17 human rights protections against that governmental landlord. Tenants in those situations may still have recourse under other federal or state fair housing laws, and tenant-rights organizations can help identify which alternative frameworks might apply. Tenants renting from private landlords in Champaign are not affected by this exemption and retain the full protections of Chapter 17.

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 § 17-122
IL Muni § 17-123

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