Holley, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 146 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 146-3
Discrimination in sale or rental of housing prohibited
Operative Text
Except as exempted by § 146-6 , it shall be unlawful within the Village of Holley to: A. 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 make unavailable or deny, a dwelling to any person because of race, creed, color, religion, sexual orientation, military status, sex, age, disability; marital or familial status, or national origin. B. 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, creed, color, religion, sexual orientation, military status, sex, age, disability, marital or familial status, or national origin. C. 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, creed, color, religion, sexual orientation, military status, sex, age, disability, marital or familial status, or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination. D. Represent to any person because of race, creed, color, religion, sexual orientation, military status, sex, age, disability, marital or familial status, or national origin that any dwelling is not available for inspection, sale, or rental when such dwelling is in fact so available. E. For profit, 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, creed, color, religion, sexual orientation, military status, sex, age, disability, marital or familial status, or national origin.
Section 146-3 of Holley's housing code establishes that housing discrimination is prohibited throughout the Village of Holley. The rule bars differential treatment in the sale, rental, negotiation, advertising, or availability of dwellings on the basis of characteristics such as race, religion, sex, age, disability, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, creed, color, or marital status. It also prohibits the practice sometimes called 'blockbusting'—using representations about a neighborhood's changing demographics to pressure someone into selling or renting. Certain exemptions may apply under § 146-6.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in the Village of Holley must ensure that their practices under § 146-3 treat all applicants and residents equally regardless of protected characteristics. Compliant operators typically review all advertising materials to confirm they contain no language suggesting a preference or limitation based on any protected class, and they apply consistent criteria when evaluating offers, setting terms, and providing services. Maintaining written policies and training staff on fair-housing obligations are practices commonly associated with compliance with provisions like § 146-3.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 146-3 gives residents and prospective residents of the Village of Holley the right to seek housing free from discrimination based on a broad set of protected characteristics. If a landlord refuses to rent, misrepresents availability, or applies different terms based on a protected characteristic, that conduct may constitute a violation of this provision. Tenants who believe their rights under § 146-3 have been violated can document the relevant interactions, consult a local tenant-rights organization, or explore filing a complaint with a fair-housing agency or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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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