Champaign — Ch. 17 Human Rights § 17-74
Other discriminatory practices
Operative Text
It shall be unlawful for any person to do any of the following acts based on unlawful discrimination: (1) To post or erect or cause or permit any person to post or erect any sign or notice upon any real property, managed by or in the custody, care or control of such person, indicating an intent to sell or lease any real property in a manner that is unlawful under this chapter; (2) To publish or circulate, or cause or permit any person to publish or circulate, a statement, advertisement or notice of an intention to sell or lease any real property in a manner that is unlawful under this chapter; (3) To transmit communications in any manner, including a telephone call, with a design to induce any owner of residential real estate to sell or lease his or her property in a manner unlawful under this chapter.
Champaign Ch. 17 Human Rights § 17-74 prohibits a range of discriminatory communications related to real estate transactions. Specifically, the rule bars posting signs, publishing advertisements, or transmitting communications—including phone calls—that signal an intent to sell or lease property in ways that violate the city's anti-discrimination standards. The provision covers not only those who act directly but also those who cause or permit others to carry out such communications on their behalf.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Champaign Ch. 17 Human Rights § 17-74, compliant property owners and managers review all signage, advertisements, and outreach materials to ensure none suggest a discriminatory intent in selling or leasing. This includes scrutinizing third-party agents or contractors who post notices or publish listings on the owner's behalf, since the provision extends liability to those who permit such conduct. Operators generally maintain records of their marketing practices to demonstrate consistency with the chapter's non-discrimination requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Champaign Ch. 17 Human Rights § 17-74 gives tenants and prospective tenants protections against discriminatory signals in how housing is advertised or offered. If a person encounters a sign, advertisement, or communication that appears to indicate housing is being offered in a discriminatory manner, they may have grounds to raise a violation under this chapter. General enforcement paths include filing a complaint with the Champaign city human rights office or consulting a local tenant-rights organization to understand available 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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