It is the policy of Wasco County to provide, within constitutional limitations, for fair housing throughout Wasco County for all residents.
The federal Fair Housing Act protects your right to rent an apartment, buy a home, obtain a mortgage, or purchase homeowners insurance free from discrimination based on:
- Race
- Color
- Religion
- Gender
- National Origin
- Disability (mental and physical)
- Familial Status (presence of children under 18 in the home)
Links to Fair Housing Enforcement and Education Agencies:
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development: Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity
Oregon Housing and Community Services (Public Housing Authority of Oregon)
Fair Housing Council of Oregon (Includes Legal Aid Assistance)
National Association of Realtors – Fair Housing Program
Fair Housing Initiatives Program
Fair Housing Act
National Fair Housing Alliance
FDIC Compliance with Fair Housing
The Fair Housing Council of Oregon (FHCO) is a statewide non-profit organization that provides a wide range of resources to communities. They promote equal housing by providing education, outreach, technical assistance, and enforcement opportunities. Their contact information is:
Fair Housing Council of Oregon
506 SW 6th Ave, Ste 1111
Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (503) 223-8295, (800) 424-3247
Email: information@fhco.org