24 C.F.R. § 886.114
§ 886.114 Equal opportunity requirements. (24 CFR Part 886)
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Participation in the program authorized in this subpart requires compliance with (a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, Executive Orders 11063 and 11246, and section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968; and (b) all rules, regulations, and requirements issued pursuant thereto.
Section 886.114 establishes that participation in the HUD housing assistance program covered by this subpart is conditioned on adherence to a set of federal civil rights and equal opportunity mandates. These include prohibitions on discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, and related characteristics, as well as affirmative obligations tied to equal employment opportunity and economic inclusion for low-income residents. The provision also extends compliance obligations to all implementing rules and regulations issued under those foundational statutes and executive orders.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers participating in the program governed by 24 CFR Part 886 § 886.114 are generally expected to maintain nondiscriminatory practices in tenant selection, marketing, and employment activities connected to the property. Compliant operators typically document their adherence to Title VI, Title VIII, and Section 3 requirements, and stay current with any HUD-issued guidance that implements those authorities. Failure to meet these equal opportunity conditions can affect continued eligibility to participate in the program.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 886.114, tenants and applicants in this HUD program are protected by federal civil rights laws, including Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, which broadly prohibits housing discrimination. If a tenant believes these protections have been violated, general enforcement paths include filing a complaint with HUD's Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for information. Understanding that these obligations are built directly into program participation requirements can be relevant when raising a fair housing concern.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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