HUD Handbook 4350.3 § 2-14
General (HUD Occupancy Handbook 4350.3 REV-1 CHG-4)
Operative Text
The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin. Owners are responsible for
ensuring that the policies and practices used in properties covered by this handbook do
not incorporate prohibited practices. This section provides an overview of these
requirements. Owners are fully responsible for understanding and complying with the
requirements applicable to their properties.Section 2-14 of HUD Handbook 4350.3 REV-1 CHG-4 summarizes the Fair Housing Act's prohibition on housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin. The provision establishes that property owners bear full responsibility for ensuring their policies and practices comply with these requirements. It serves as an overview of fair housing obligations applicable to properties covered by the handbook.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under HUD Handbook 4350.3 REV-1 CHG-4 § 2-14, property owners and managers are expected to review all leasing, marketing, and operational policies to confirm they do not incorporate any practices prohibited by the Fair Housing Act. Compliant operators typically conduct regular staff training, audit tenant-selection criteria, and document their procedures to demonstrate adherence to the seven protected classes. Because § 2-14 places full responsibility on owners, maintaining up-to-date written policies is a common practice among operators of HUD-covered properties.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
HUD Handbook 4350.3 REV-1 CHG-4 § 2-14 reflects the Fair Housing Act's protections against discriminatory housing practices based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin. Tenants who believe they have experienced such discrimination in a HUD-covered property may file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development or pursue other available enforcement paths. Tenant-rights organizations can also help individuals understand how § 2-14 and the broader Fair Housing Act may apply to their circumstances.
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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