Index

Fair Housing Act

Summary

Prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of dwellings based on race, color, religion, sex, familial status, or national origin.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to rent a home without being turned away based on personal identity.
  • 02.
    Right to request reasonable modifications to a unit for accessibility.
  • 03.
    Right to be free from harassment or intimidation by property owners.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Actual and punitive damages awarded to the victim.
  • 02.
    Civil penalties ranging from $16,000 to $65,000 per violation.
  • 03.
    Injunctions forcing the landlord to change rental practices.

Verified Citations

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