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What is Fair Housing?

What is Fair Housing?

Fair Housing refers to the legal protections that ensure all individuals have equal access to housing opportunities, free from discrimination. In the United States, the Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability.

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Legal challenges can be daunting, but these trusted organizations and programs provide the support and expertise you need. Whether you're facing eviction, housing discrimination, tenant-landlord disputes, or other housing-related issues, these resources are here to help.

Project Sentinel

  • Services: Assistance with housing discrimination, mortgage foreclosure, tenant-landlord disputes, repairs, deposits, privacy issues, and fair housing counseling.
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Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County

  • Services: Legal advice and representation for low-income residents on housing issues, including eviction defense, tenant rights, and housing discrimination.
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Bay Area Legal Aid

  • Services: Comprehensive legal assistance for housing-related cases, including fair housing, tenant rights, and eviction defense.
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San Mateo County Superior Court Self-Help Center

  • Services: Free legal information, assistance with legal forms, and self-representation guidance for housing-related cases.
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California Courts Online Self-Help Center

California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH)

  • Services: Investigates and enforces California’s fair housing laws, including housing discrimination complaints.
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Housing and Economic Rights Advocates (HERA)

  • Services: Legal support for housing issues like predatory lending, foreclosure defense, and fair housing rights.
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Statewide Tenant Hotline (Tenants Together)

  • Services: Information, counseling, and advocacy for tenant rights and eviction cases.
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Tenant Power Toolkit

  • Services: A step-by-step guide for tenants to understand their rights, respond to eviction notices, and prepare for court appearances.
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