Fair Housing Month

April | Equal Access to Housing for All

What is Fair Housing Month?

Every April, communities recognize the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968, a landmark civil rights law that protects people from discrimination in housing and promotes equal access to safe, stable housing.

The law made it illegal to discriminate when selling, renting, or financing housing based on protected characteristics.

The Federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination based on:

Race
Color
National origin
Religion
Sex
Disability
Familial status (presence of children)

These protections apply to most housing transactions in the United States and help ensure that everyone has the opportunity to obtain housing without discrimination.

Tenant Protections

Fair housing laws ensure people seeking housing are treated fairly and equally.

Tenants have the right to:

Apply for housing without discrimination
Be offered the same rental terms and conditions as others
Receive truthful information about housing availability
Request reasonable accommodations for disabilities
Live free from harassment or discriminatory treatment

Landlord Protections

Fair housing laws support property owners by creating clear rules and consistent standards.

Fair housing protections help landlords by:

Providing guidelines for tenant screening and leasing
Promoting fair and consistent policies for all applicants
Reducing legal risk when policies are applied equally
Supporting stable and diverse communities

Learn More

For local resources, information, or how to file a complaint, please visit the Fair Housing Resource Page by scanning the QR code or clicking HERE.

This flyer and Fair Housing Resources brought to you by the Fair Housing Collaborative:

Itasca County HRA
City of Grand Rapids Human Rights Commission
Itasca County Habitat for Humanity
Northland Counseling
North Homes Children and Family Services
Grace House
Advocates for Family Peace
United Way of 1,000 Lakes
First Call for Help - 211