Pittsburgh,_PA_Code_of_Ordinances_651-659.pdf

This document is the City of Pittsburgh's Code of Ordinances, specifically covering Chapters 651-659, which detail the city's anti-discrimination and human relations regulations. The ordinance establishes comprehensive protections against discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and other areas for residents based on race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, age, handicap or disability, and other protected characteristics. The Human Relations Commission is empowered to investigate complaints, hold hearings, issue orders, and take actions to enforce these anti-discrimination provisions.

The ordinance outlines specific unlawful practices in various domains, including employment, housing, and public accommodations. It establishes procedures for filing discrimination complaints, including time limits, investigation processes, and potential remedies such as monetary damages, reinstatement, and attorney's fees. The Commission has the authority to conduct investigations, hold public hearings, subpoena witnesses, and issue orders to address discriminatory practices. The regulations apply to employers with five or more employees, real estate transactions, public accommodations, and city contracts, with provisions designed to ensure equal treatment and opportunities for all individuals regardless of their protected characteristics.