Cal. Civ. Code § 99.886
Discrimination in sale or rental prohibited
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In the sale or rental of the property, or any portion of such property, no person shall be discriminated against because of such person's race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
Missouri Revised Statutes § 99.886 establishes that no individual may be treated differently or unfavorably in the sale or rental of property—or any portion of it—on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. The rule applies broadly to any person involved in a covered transaction, whether as a buyer, renter, or seller. This provision reflects a categorical prohibition rather than a conditional one: the listed characteristics may play no role in housing decisions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 99.886, property owners and managers operating in covered Missouri developments are generally expected to apply uniform criteria when evaluating prospective buyers or tenants, without reference to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Compliant operators typically document their selection standards, apply them consistently across all applicants, and train staff to avoid any practices—written, verbal, or procedural—that could constitute differential treatment on a protected basis. Maintaining clear, neutral records of leasing and sales decisions is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate adherence to this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 99.886 of Missouri's statutes gives individuals the right to be free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin when renting or purchasing property covered by this chapter. If a person believes they have been denied housing or treated differently on one of these protected grounds, general enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, contacting the Missouri Commission on Human Rights, or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with state and federal fair housing law. Documenting communications, application outcomes, and any statements made by housing providers can be relevant when pursuing any of these avenues under § 99.886.
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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