How much will it cost me to pursue a complaint?

The Fair Housing Continuum, Inc. does not charge for complaint and enforcement assistance. All necessary assistance is provided free of charge.

What areas are covered by Fair Housing Laws?

Virtually all residential real estate transactions relating to housing including appraisals, insurance, mortgage lending, realtor services, advertising, sexual harassment, planning and zoning, accessibility issues, and public housing. Housing discrimination can be as subtle as imposing different terms and conditions for families with children, or as blatant as telling someone that, “ We don’t rent to people with disabilities, Hispanics, or families with children.”

Housing discrimination indicators:

“If you would have been here 15 minutes ago, someone just left a deposit on our last unit.”

“Families with children are only allowed in the ground floor units.”

“We can’t accommodate your particular handicap.”

“Children under the age of 16 cannot use the pool without adult supervision.”

As a housing provider, I don't think I discriminate. What can the FAIR HOUSING CONTINUUM, INC. do for me?

We offer a variety of services, including:

Providing presentations, workshops, and seminars on housing related issues
Assessing business practices to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws
Delivering training to comply with the “Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing” requirements of federal programs

What does the Fair Housing Continuum want to accomplish?

The Fair Housing Continuum, Inc. is a private non-profit fair housing agency dedicated entirely to the elimination of housing discrimination in Florida, serving Brevard, Indian River, Seminole, Osceola, Orange and Volusia Counties.

Open and expand housing markets and housing opportunities
Ensure equal access to residential housing
Provide fair housing assistance
Ensure accessible design and construction of newly constructed multi-family dwellings
Assist community leaders and industry to develop strategies to “affirmatively further fair housing”
Enhance knowledge and awareness of housing issues

What can I do if I think I am a victim of Housing Discrimination?

If you want to report suspected housing discrimination, contact the Fair Housing Continuum, Inc. An intake specialist will discuss your situation, determine if a violation exists, assist in completing the necessary complaint forms, and if necessary, refer you to an attorney.

What if the person I complained about retaliates against MY FAMILY AND ME?

It is illegal to retaliate against, harass, or otherwise interfere with your right to pursue a fair housing complaint.