Fair Housing and Equity
We work to prevent discrimination and ensure fair and equitable access to housing for all people of Boston.
Our mission is to ensure fair and equitable access to housing opportunities. We strive to increase equity and reduce barriers to opportunity for persons living and working in the City of Boston.
You can learn more about the Boston Fair Housing Commission regulations. If you feel you've experienced housing discrimination in Boston, you can file a complaint with our office.
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If you feel you've experienced housing discrimination in Boston, you can file a complaint with our office.
Commission information
We have info about the Fair Housing Commission, the Human Rights Commission, and the ordinances we enforce.
Learn more about the commissioners and their work.
Learn more about the Boston Fair Housing Commission Ordinance.
Learn how the commission enforces Fair Housing laws and regulations.
Companies working with the City must meet certain standards.
Fair Housing Resources
ResourcesIt is illegal for housing providers to discriminate against families with children under six even if the unit is known to have lead paint. The Massachusetts lead law requires that any place built prior to 1978 where a child under six years old lives must be made lead safe.
Helps residents find and maintain stable, safe and affordable housing.
RentSmart BostonGet data compiled from BOS: 311 and Inspectional Services about Boston’s properties.
The center helps Boston residents purchase, improve, and keep their homes.
METROLISTProvides all residents with equal access to housing opportunities. This includes income-restricted rental properties and affordable housing lotteries and resales.
Affirmative Marketing
Affirmative Marketing has been moved to Neighborhood Development. While we still provide oversight, they cannot be reached in our office. To contact Affirmative Marketing, email them at affirmativemarketing@boston.gov. You can learn more about about Affirmative Marketing.
Outside of Boston?
Have you experienced housing discrimination outside of Boston, or any other non-housing discrimination?
Contact the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination: