Fair Housing
Equal access to housing is a right guaranteed to everyone. “Fair Housing” means that property owners, landlords and their agents are prohibited from discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics such as gender, race, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.
For Landlords:
- Resources for Housing Providers (California Civil Rights Department)
- Fair Housing Best Practices for Avoiding Discrimination (American Apartment Owners Association)
For Tenants:
- Know your Housing Rights(California Civil Rights Department)
- California Tenants – A Guide to Residential Tenants’ and Landlords’ Rights and Responsibilities (California Department of Real Estate)
Learn more about Fair Housing or file a complaint:
- Fair Housing Fact Sheet
- California Civil Rights Department (CRD) - 800-884-1684
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development - 800-669-9777