Halfmoon, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 80 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 80-3
Discrimination in sale or rental of housing
Operative Text
Except as exempted by § 80-6 herein, it shall be unlawful within the Town of Halfmoon: A. To refuse to sell or rent after the making of a bona fide offer, or to refuse to negotiate for the sale or rental of, or otherwise to make unavailable or deny, a dwelling to any person because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, or familial status. B. To discriminate against any person in the terms, conditions or privileges of sale or rental of a dwelling, or in the provision of services or facilities in connection therewith, because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap or familial status. C. To make, print, or publish, or cause to be made, printed or published, any notice, statement, or advertisement with respect to the sale or rental of a dwelling that indicates any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap or familial status or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. D. To represent to any person because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap or familial status that any dwelling is not available for inspection, sale, or rental when such dwelling is in fact so available. E. For profit, to induce or attempt to induce any person to sell or rent any dwelling by representations regarding the entry or prospective entry into the neighborhood of a person or persons of a particular race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap or familial status.
Section 80-3 of Halfmoon's Code of Ordinances prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, or familial status within the Town of Halfmoon. The rule covers a wide range of conduct, including refusing to sell or rent, applying unequal terms or conditions, publishing discriminatory advertisements, misrepresenting availability, and profiting from blockbusting tactics. Certain exemptions may apply under § 80-6 of the same chapter.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 80-3, compliant property owners and managers in Halfmoon apply consistent criteria when evaluating offers, setting lease terms, and communicating availability to all prospective buyers and renters regardless of protected characteristics. Advertising and listing materials are reviewed to ensure they contain no language or imagery that signals a preference, limitation, or exclusion tied to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, or familial status. Operators also avoid any conduct that could be construed as steering, blockbusting, or misrepresenting whether a unit is available.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 80-3 gives residents and prospective residents in Halfmoon the right to be free from discriminatory treatment at every stage of a housing transaction, from initial inquiry through the signing of a lease or purchase agreement. If a person believes a landlord or seller has violated this provision, general enforcement paths include filing a complaint with the Town of Halfmoon, contacting the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or reaching out to a local fair-housing or tenant-rights organization. Consulting with a fair-housing advocate can help clarify which avenue best fits the circumstances described.
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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