Fair Housing Act (FHA)

The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing because of:
Race or color
National origin
Religion
Sex
Familial status (including children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18)
Handicap
Click here to learn what housing is covered.
Click here to learn about additional protection if you have a disability.
Click here to learn about new buildings requirements.
Click here to learn about Housing Opportunities For Families
Click here if you believe your rights have been violated and eant to learn what to do next.
For Further Information:
The Fair Housing Act and HUD s regulations contain more detail and technical information. If you need a copy of the law or regulations, contact the HUD office nearest you or:
Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity Room 5116
Department of Housing and Urban Development
451 Seventh Street, S. W.
Washington, D.C. 20410-2000
Phone: (202) 708-2878







