Resources
For clarity, we have organized many factsheets to highlight discrimination on a particular basis, but it is important to note that individuals may experience discrimination based on a combination of protected characteristics.
General Fair Housing
- Who is Protected by Fair Housing Laws? English | Español | 中文 | Русский
- What Conduct is Prohibited by Fair Housing Laws? English| Español | 中文 | Русский
- Types of Housing and Types of Entities Covered by Fair Housing Laws English | Español | 中文 | Русский
- Where Can Fair Housing Actions Be Brought? English|Español|中文| Русский
Disability
- What Are the Fair Housing Rights of People with Disabilities? English|Español|中文
- What Are Reasonable Modification Requests in Housing? English|Español|中文| Русский
- What Are Reasonable Accommodation Requests in Housing? English|Español|中文| Русский
- Letters from Medical Providers to Support Tenants’ Reasonable Modifications/Accommodations Requests to Landlords English|Español|中文| Русский
- Housing Discrimination and Emotional Support Animals English|Español|中文
Source of Income
- What is Source of Income Housing Discrimination? English|Español|中文| Русский
- Housing Subsidies and Benefit Programs in NYC English| Español | 中文
- Fair Housing Tips While Looking for a Home English| Español | 中文
Other Protected Characteristics
- What is Race/Color Housing Discrimination? English| Español | 中文 | Русский
- What is National Origin/Ethnicity Housing Discrimination? English| Español | 中文 | Русский
- What is Religion-Based Housing Discrimination? English | Español | 中文 | Русский
- What is Housing Discrimination Based on Sex? English| Español | 中文
- What is Housing Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation and/or Gender Identity? English| Español | 中文
- What is Familial Status Housing Discrimination? English| Español | 中文 | Русский
- What is Housing Discrimination Based on Military Status? English| Español | 中文
- Domestic Violence and Housing Discrimination English| Español | 中文
- Are There Housing Protections For People With Criminal Legal System Interactions? English | Español | 中文
Publications
GUIDES, HANDBOOKS, BROCHURES
General Fair Housing
- Fair Housing Training Guidebook (2021)
A comprehensive guidebook designed for use in conjunction with FHJC-authorized fair housing trainings
- Fair Housing Guide (2019)
A resource for professionals who provide housing counseling, search assistance, and other services to people seeking to rent or purchase housing.
- Protected Characteristics Chart (2024)
Protected characteristics under federal, state, and local laws within FHJC’s service area
- Prohibited Conduct Chart (2021)
Actions, statements, and other conduct prohibited under fair housing laws.
- Fair Housing Toolkit (2018)
An educational tool that describes our nation’s history of segregation, current fair housing issues, and fair housing rights. The toolkit also identifies ways to become more involved in promoting fair housing. Available in English, Mandarin, and Spanish.
- Fair Housing and Advertising Fact Sheet (2018)
Definitions, explanations, and guidelines to ensure responsible, nondiscriminatory advertising for housing.
- Fair Housing Laws Factsheet (2019)
An overview of protected classes, prohibited conduct, and available remedies under fair housing laws.
Rental Search Aids
- FHJC Rental Search Log (2020) English | Español
A convenient way for renters to take notes about apartments that they inquire about.
- Tips for Home Seekers with Rental Subsidies (2020) English | Español
Advice on interacting with landlords and others when using program vouchers in rental payments.
Nursing Home/Assisted Living – Deaf and Hard of Hearing
- Guide to Auxiliary Aids and Services (2017)
A complete list of translation services, devices, and practices legally required to be provided for deaf and hard of hearing persons living in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Produced in conjunction with the National Association for the Deaf.
FHJC Info
- FHJC Brochure English | Español (2023)
An overview of FHJC’s mission, programs, activities, history, and impact.
- Fair Housing Justice Center: Fact Sheet (2016)
Frequently asked questions about the FHJC.
STATEMENTS, REPORTS, POLICY PAPERS
- “Criminal Legal Records: An Impediment to Housing Choice” English | Español (2023)
- “Ending Racism in Residential Real Estate” (2020)
- FHJC Justice for Black Lives Statement (2020)
