Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15 (2026) § 15-196
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It shall be unlawful for any person to deny any person access to or membership or participation in any multiple listing service, real estate brokers organization or other service, organization or facility relating to the business of selling or renting dwellings, or to participate or discriminate against him in the terms or conditions of such access, membership or participation, on account of race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, or national origin. (Ord. 2123, § 5, passed 3-10-1980; Ord. 3738, § 4, passed 10-14-2013)
Bellevue, Neb., Code of Ordinances ch. 15, art. VI § 15-196 prohibits discrimination in access to real estate industry organizations and services — such as multiple listing services and brokers' associations — based on race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, or national origin. The rule covers not just outright denial of membership or participation, but also unequal terms and conditions of access. It applies to any person involved in the business of selling or renting dwellings.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 15-196, real estate professionals and property managers who participate in multiple listing services or brokers' organizations are expected to ensure that access to those services is extended equally, regardless of a person's race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, or national origin. Compliant operators generally review their membership and referral practices to confirm that no protected characteristic influences who may join or participate in industry organizations. Maintaining consistent, documented criteria for participation in any affiliated service or organization is a common feature of compliant operations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 15-196 of Bellevue's Code of Ordinances gives individuals the right to be free from discrimination when seeking access to real estate services, multiple listing platforms, or brokers' organizations on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, or national origin. If someone believes they have been denied access or subjected to unequal terms in such a setting, general enforcement paths include filing a complaint with a local fair housing authority, contacting a tenant-rights or fair housing organization, or consulting with a legal aid provider familiar with local ordinances. Documenting the nature and circumstances of any denial or differential treatment can be relevant when pursuing these avenues.
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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