(For Fair Housing across the rest of New York state, read "How do I protect myself against housing discrimination?

A landlord or seller in New York City cannot discriminate because of your:

  • Age
  • Gender or Gender Identity
  • Race
  • Disability
  • Color
  • Pregnancy
  • Religion or beliefs
  • Sexual Orientation
  • National Origin
  • Marital or Partnership Status
  • Source of Income (using government-provided rental assistance such as Section 8, LINC, or FEPS or any form of public assistance including Cash Assistance and Social Security Income towards rent)
  • Occupation (job)
  • Immigration Status
  • If you have children
  • Status as a Victim of Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence or Stalking

You have one year to file a complaint about discrimination.

The Law Enforcement Bureau of the New York City Commission on Human Rights handles complaints, for free. Call 718-722-3131 or 311, and ask for the New York City Commission on Human Rights.  

Learn more about how to File a Fair Housing Complaint in NYC.

Learn more about how to protect yourself against housing discrimination.

 

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