Section 45.175. Sex

(a) It is unlawful to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination on the basis of sex. Examples include ‘‘males only need apply,’’ ‘‘professional male preferred’’ or ‘‘perfect for single female.’’

(b) Notwithstanding the prohibitions in subsection (a), it is not unlawful to advertise a preference based on sex in the rental or leasing of housing accommodations as follows:

(1) In single-sex dormitory.

(2) For rooms in one’s personal residence in which common living areas are shared.

The provisions of this § 45.175 adopted July 7, 2000, effective July 8, 2000, 30 Pa.B. 3434.

Notation

Authority

The provisions of this § 45.175 issued under sections 1—6 of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (43 P. S. § § 954, 955, 959, 959.1, 959.1 note, 959.3 and 963).

Cross References

This section cited in 16 Pa. Code § 45.191 (relating to advertisements).