Fair Housing

Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (Fair Housing Act), as amended, prohibits discrimination because of disability, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, or familial status. Fair Housing means that all people have equal access to housing of their choice.

The Fair Housing Act covers most housing. The Act exempts owner-occupied buildings with no more than four units, single-family housing sold or rented without the use of a broker, and housing operated by organizations and private clubs that limit occupancy to members. More on the Fair Housing Act

Fair Housing Month Poster Contest
Each year the Jefferson City Area Board of Realtors and their partners offer a Fair Housing Poster Contest. The theme for 2024 is year's theme is “The Key is not to Discriminate”. The poster contest is open to 4th, 5th and 6th grade students.

For more information contact the Jefferson City Area Board of REALTORS, 1906 Bubba Lane, Jefferson City, MO 65109. Poster Contest Entry Form

Helpful Websites
File a HUD Housing Discrimination Complaint
Missouri Commission on Human Rights

Brochures
Landlord-Tenant Law
Discrimination in Housing is Prohibited
Fair Housing Consumer Guide
Fair Housing Laws, Families and Persons with Disabilities
Fair Housing, Equal Opportunity for All

Articles
Fair Housing for Tenants with Disabilities
Fair Housing Welcomes Everyone Home
Opening Doors for All Missourians
Q&A Format, Disabilities Focus

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Email: JCPlanning@jeffcitymo.org