§ 9-1109. Exemptions from Unlawful Housing and Real Property Practices.
   (1)   Nothing in Section 9-1108 shall:
      (a)   Bar any religious or denominational institution or organization, or any organization operated for charitable or educational purposes which is operated, supervised or controlled by or in connection with a religious organization, from limiting admission to or giving preference to persons of the same religion or denomination with regard to the occupancy, leasing, sale or purchase of any housing accommodation, commercial property or other real property, or from making such selection as is calculated by such organization to promote the religious principles for which it is established or maintained.
      (b)   Apply to the rental or leasing of a room or rooms in a personal residence or the furnishing of facilities or services in connection therewith, except in the case of Limited Lodging, as defined in subsection 14-604(13). 1071
      (c)   Prohibit the owners of any federally regulated housing for senior citizens from operating in accordance with federal law. 1072

 

Notes

1071
   Amended, Bill No. 150441-A (approved June 18, 2015), effective July 1, 2015.
1072
   Added, 1980 Ordinances, p. 556.