West Carthage, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 44 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 44-3
Sale or rental of housing
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Except as exempted by § 44-6 , it shall be unlawful within the Village of West Carthage: A. To refuse to sell or rent after the making of a bona fide offer or refuse to negotiate for the sale or rental of, or otherwise make unavailable or deny, a dwelling to any person because of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. 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 or national origin. 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 or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. D. To represent to any person because of race, color, religion, sex 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, 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 or national origin.
West Carthage, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 44 § 44-3 prohibits discriminatory practices in the sale or rental of housing within the Village of West Carthage. Covered conduct includes refusing to deal with a bona fide buyer or renter, applying unequal terms or conditions, publishing discriminatory advertisements, misrepresenting a unit's availability, and engaging in blockbusting—all when motivated by race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Exemptions established elsewhere in the code (§ 44-6) may apply in certain circumstances.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under West Carthage, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 44 § 44-3, compliant housing providers generally apply consistent criteria to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, and ensure that listings, advertisements, and communications contain no language suggesting a preference or limitation based on those characteristics. Operators typically maintain accurate availability records so that no unit is misrepresented as unavailable to a prospective buyer or renter. Steering conversations away from blockbusting-style representations about neighborhood demographics is also a standard practice for operators seeking to comply with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 44-3 of West Carthage's housing code gives residents the right to be free from discriminatory refusals, unequal rental terms, misleading availability claims, and blockbusting tactics based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Tenants or prospective renters who believe this provision has been violated may consider documenting the conduct, filing a complaint with a local or state fair-housing authority, or reaching out to a tenant-rights or fair-housing organization for guidance on available enforcement paths. Reviewing the exemptions listed in § 44-6 can also help clarify whether a particular situation falls within the scope of this rule.
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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