Affirmative Fair Housing and Marketing Plan (AFHMP) Instructions

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Did you know it is illegal under federal law to discriminate in housing based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, national origin or familial status?

• A family looking for a home should not have to worry about being denied housing because they have children.

• A person should not have to wonder if he/she will be denied housing based on the color of their skin, or the accent with which they speak.

• A person with a disability such as blindness should not be denied housing because of a "no pets" policy.

• A person should never have to be sexually harassed in exchange for more favorable treatment in housing.

Yet, these things happen every day. Maybe it's even happened to you.

Both federal and state law say it's illegal to deny or limit services or access, offer differential terms or policies, or deny housing, loans, or insurance based on the protected classes mentioned above. If these things happen to you, there is help. Information is the key - know your rights!  

What North County Lifeline can do for you:

• We can take information about your claim and help you to understand your Fair Housing rights.

• We can contact the alleged violating party if you desire and attempt to conciliate or mediate the situation.

• We can assist you in filing a complaint with the Department of Fair Employment and Housing.

• We can inform you of other services or options you may wish to explore.

• We can provide you with information regarding local attorney services should you decide to litigate the situation.

• We can offer Fair Housing Education

CONTACT: Contact the Fair Housing Manager today at (760) 842-6226 or call toll free (866) 954-3354 ext. 6226 for assistance with your fair housing or landlord-tenant issue!

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