United States

Fair Housing Act

FHA - 42 U.S.C. §§ 3601-3619

Last Verified: Mar 2026
Source: United States Official Code
Last Changed: Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 added disability and familial status as protected classes.

Who This Applies To

  • -Applies to all housing-related transactions including rental, sale, lending, and advertising

Exemptions:

  • - Owner-occupied buildings with 4 or fewer units (Mrs. Murphy exemption)
  • - Single-family homes sold/rented by owner without a broker (limited exemption)
  • - Religious organizations and private clubs (limited exemption)

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