Fair Housing Council of Oregon

Fair Housing Council of Oregon Nonprofit civil rights organization driven to eliminate illegal housing discrimination.

Federally Protected Classes:
race, color, national origin, religion, gender, familial status, and disability

State Protected Classes Include:
marital status, source of income, sexual orientation including gender identity, honorably discharged veterans / military status, and domestic violence victims. There are, often, additional local protected classes (Click the "LEARN MORE" link at right). Fair

Housing Laws Apply To:
•individual homes, duplexes, multifamily housing (apartments, condos, and townhomes), retirement housing, adult foster homes and longterm care facilities, homeless shelters and other nonprofit housing, etc.
•sales, rentals, mortgage lending, building and construction, home insurance, appraisals, and inspections, land use regulations, zoning, as well as neighbor-on-neighbor harassment

Fair housing work becomes stronger when communities come together to support one another.Some people become fair housing...
06/21/2026

Fair housing work becomes stronger when communities come together to support one another.

Some people become fair housing testers to help uncover discrimination that might otherwise stay hidden. Others donate so more people can access education, guidance, and someone to turn to when experiencing discrimination in house.

We’re incredibly grateful for every person who chooses to be part of this work and help more Oregonians feel informed, empowered, and supported.

If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in fair housing work, there are several ways to support Oregon communities. Check them out via fhco.org/get-involved/ and donate at fhco.org/donate/

Fair housing is the law. Under ORS 659A.143, people with disabilities have the right to live with all kinds of assistanc...
06/17/2026

Fair housing is the law.

Under ORS 659A.143, people with disabilities have the right to live with all kinds of assistance animals, including trained service dogs, emotional support animals (ESAs), and companion animals.

If you suspect housing discrimination because of your assistance animal, or would like to learn more about the rights of people with disabilities, contact the Fair Housing Council of Oregon by visiting www.fhco.org, or by emailing [email protected].

Fair housing is the law but discrimination isn’t always obvious.Sometimes it’s a rental application that goes unanswered...
06/13/2026

Fair housing is the law but discrimination isn’t always obvious.

Sometimes it’s a rental application that goes unanswered. Sometimes it’s different treatment after requesting an accommodation. Sometimes it’s subtle comments, policies, or patterns that make it hard to tell whether you’ve been discriminated against.

Because these incidents can be difficult to identify, people often doubt themselves or don’t know where to turn. You deserve safe housing and equal treatment — and you don’t have to figure this out alone.

If you suspect discrimination based on your protected class, visit fhco.org today.

TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENT: Fair Housing for Permanent Supportive and Transitional Housing ProvidersJune 24, 2026, from 10:00...
06/10/2026

TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENT: Fair Housing for Permanent Supportive and Transitional Housing Providers

June 24, 2026, from 10:00am to 12:00pm

In partnership with OHCS, this fair housing session will focus in on specific fair housing considerations for permanent supportive and transitional housing providers. Topics will include fair housing basics, disability, reasonable accommodations, modifications, assistance animals, how to evaluate accommodation and modifications requests, and more!

Register today: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jUoHoThpSEOJvnyu9p_zbA #/registration

Home should never feel like a place where someone has to hide who they are.During Pride Month, we’re reminding our commu...
06/01/2026

Home should never feel like a place where someone has to hide who they are.

During Pride Month, we’re reminding our communities that fair housing protections include sexual orientation and gender identity because everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and fully themselves where they live.

Housing is more than an address. It’s where people build routines, create community, celebrate milestones, and return to at the end of difficult days. Feeling accepted in that space should never come with conditions.

We’re here to connect Oregonians facing discrimination because of their sexual orientation or gender identity with support, education, and fair housing guidance.

Advancing fair housing is not a one-time effort. It’s a shared, ongoing commitment.We are grateful for the donors, partn...
05/30/2026

Advancing fair housing is not a one-time effort. It’s a shared, ongoing commitment.

We are grateful for the donors, partners, and advocates who stand with us in promoting housing justice across Oregon. Your support strengthens education, outreach, and enforcement efforts that protect equal housing opportunity for all.

Together, we are building more inclusive communities.

Join us or continue your support: fhco.org/donate

Save the date! Join us at Housing Oregon's 2026 Conference and Awards Gala for two impactful days of education, inspirat...
05/27/2026

Save the date! Join us at Housing Oregon's 2026 Conference and Awards Gala for two impactful days of education, inspiration, and connection.

If you have questions about registration, contact Jennifer Bugley at [email protected]. For all other conference-related questions, contact Cristina Palacios at [email protected].

On Monday, May 25th, our office and phone lines will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday. We will resume normal hours...
05/22/2026

On Monday, May 25th, our office and phone lines will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday. We will resume normal hours on Tuesday.

If you would like to contact the Fair Housing Council of Oregon, you can leave us a message at 503-223-8197 Ext. 2, or email [email protected].

Thank you!

TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENTS: Portland landlords, property managers, and housing providers are invited to attend a series of f...
05/20/2026

TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Portland landlords, property managers, and housing providers are invited to attend a series of free and engaging fair housing sessions. Topics covered will include landlord responsibilities, disability, reasonable accommodations and modifications, protections for families with children, and how to work with applicants and tenants who use tenant vouchers.

These trainings are identical and will be offered virtually on June 1 and June 2, and in-person on June 8 and June 9.

Register to learn more! www.fhco.org/upcoming-courses/

Address

1221 SW Yamhill Street Ste 305
Portland, OR
97205

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+15032238197

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