Peoria — Ch. 17 Human Relations, Housing and Employment § 17-141
Declaration of policy
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It is hereby declared to be public policy of the city that it shall be unlawful practice to discriminate against any individual or group because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation, handicap or unfavorable discharge from military service relating to public accommodations.
Peoria's § 17-141 establishes a citywide policy that makes it an unlawful practice to discriminate against people in public accommodations on the basis of characteristics including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation, disability, or unfavorable military discharge status. This declaration sets the foundational framework for the city's human relations law, signaling that equal access to public accommodations is a protected right under local ordinance. The provision does not itself specify remedies or enforcement procedures, but it anchors subsequent sections of Chapter 17 that do.
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Property owners and managers operating public accommodations in Peoria should be aware that § 17-141 establishes a broad anti-discrimination policy covering a wide range of protected characteristics, including race, sex, age, sexual orientation, and disability status. Compliant operators generally review their policies, practices, and staff training to ensure that no individual or group is treated differently in access to accommodations on the basis of any characteristic listed in this provision. Because § 17-141 serves as the policy foundation for Chapter 17, operators typically familiarize themselves with the full chapter to understand the specific conduct standards and enforcement mechanisms that flow from this declaration.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 17-141, Peoria has declared it unlawful to discriminate against individuals in public accommodations based on characteristics such as race, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, or disability, among others. Tenants and individuals who believe they have experienced such discrimination in a public accommodation context may have recourse under Chapter 17 of the Peoria Municipal Code. General enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with the relevant city human relations body, raising a violation as a defense in applicable proceedings, or consulting a tenant-rights or civil rights organization for guidance on 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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