How Do You Enforce Fair Housing Laws For The Disabled?
Fair housing laws exist on the local, state and federal level, which can create a confusing collection of law for both people with disabilities who are seeking housing and housing providers. Enforcing fair housing laws for the disabled rests on understanding the laws and how to report violations. Read on to learn more. Find out what fair housing and anti-discrimination ordinances exist in your community and what local enforcement agencies do to help enforce them. Contact your local city hall, either online or via phone, to learn about the local ordinances and how to report a violation. Investigate the fair housing laws in your state. Check with your state attorney general to understand your state’s laws and how they are enforced. You can also find out about reporting violations of the state’s fair housing laws from the state attorney general. Learn about federal law that prohibits housing discrimination, which is the Fair Housing Act as Amended in 1988, enforced primarily by the U.S. D
