April is Fair Housing Month, which celebrates the passage of the federal Fair Housing Act in 1968.
The Fair Housing Act protects people from discrimination when they are renting or buying a home, getting a mortgage, seeking housing assistance, or engaging in other housing-related activities.
It prohibits discrimination in housing because of:
- Race
- Color
- National Origin
- Religion
- Sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation)
- Familial Status
- Disability
Massachusetts also prohibits discrimination against people who receive government assistance such as rental vouchers.
Find about about Fair and Affordable Housing in Lexington.
Fair Housing Workshop April 26
Lexington is one of 13 communities that are part of the WestMetro HOME Consortium (WMHC). The WMHC will be hosting an upcoming workshop to raise awareness of fair housing rights.
Tuesday, April 26, 3-5PM
Register for this event
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