Fair Housing & Equal Opportunity

Fair Housing & Equal Opportunity: Your Rights
We are committed to ensuring equal housing opportunities for everyone.
What is Fair Housing? Understanding Protected Classes
The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, and disability.
This means landlords and housing providers cannot discriminate against individuals based on these protected characteristics.
Housing Discrimination: Recognizing the Signs
Refusal to rent or sell a property.
Different terms or conditions for housing.
Steering toward specific neighborhoods.
False or misleading information about availability.
Your Rights as a Home Seeker or Renter
Access to housing without discrimination.
Equal treatment and opportunity.
Fair and accurate information about housing.
Protection from harassment or retaliation.
Filing a Housing Discrimination Complaint
Contact HUD or a fair housing organization.
File a complaint within one year of the incident.
Provide evidence of discrimination.
Resources for Fair Housing Assistance
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HUD's Fair Housing Hotline: 1-800-669-9777.
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National Fair Housing Alliance: 1-800-669-9777.
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Local fair housing organizations.
Landlord & Property Manager Responsibilities
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Comply with fair housing laws and regulations.
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Provide equal housing opportunities for all.
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Avoid discriminatory practices in advertising, renting, or selling.
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Respect tenants' rights and privacy.
HUD's Role in Ensuring Equal Opportunity
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Enforce fair housing laws.
Investigate and resolve discrimination complaints.
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Educate the public.
Promote fair housing practices.
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Provide assistance.
Offer resources for homeowners and renters.