Fair Housing practices are guaranteed by the State College Fair Housing Ordinance. Protection is provided based on the following categories: race, color, religion, age (40 and above), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, sex, sexual orientation, source of income, mental or physical handicap, presence of trained guide or support animals, marital status and familial status (pregnancy and children).
It is unlawful to refuse to sell, lease or otherwise withhold any dwelling; falsely deny housing was available; discriminate in terms of sale, rental occupancy,or in service or facilities; discriminate in financing or advertising; or to intimidate, interfere or coerce to keep a person from exercising his/her rights under the Fair Housing Ordinance.
For questions regarding the Fair Housing Ordinance, please contact the State College Department of Planning and Community Development at (814) 234-7109.