Sex/Gender/DV

It is unlawful to discriminate in housing because of a person's sex (gender). Examples of sex discrimination include sexual harassment, gender stereotyping, evicting or refusing to rent to a domestic violence survivor, and refusal to rent to a transgender or gender non conforming applicant.

Public service announcements, HUD guidance, and resources about sex discrimination are available at our website http://sexdiscriminationinhousing.org

Protected Class Race
Women and Fair Housing - Brochure - English (more languages in the Library)
View PDF

Gender Identity

HUD Rule: Equal Access in Accordance With an Individual’s Gender Identity in Community Planning and Development Programs
View PDF

Domestic Violence

HUD Guidance on Application of FHA Standards to the Enforcement of Local Nuisance and Crime-Free Housing Ordinances Against Victims of DV, Other Crime Victims, and Others Who Require Police or Emergency Services
View PDF

Sexual Harassment

HUD Rule: Quid Pro Quo and Hostile Environment Harassment and Liability for Discriminatory Housing Practices Under the Fair Housing Act
View Guidelines