Housing discrimination happens when a housing provider gets in the way of a person renting or buying housing because of their Race or color Religion Sex National origin Familial status (such as having children) Disability A housing provider that discriminates against someone could be a landlord or a real estate management company. It could also be a lending institution like a bank or other organization that aids in the homebuying process. Housing discrimination is prohibited by the Fair Housing Act. Discrimination covered by the Act can take many forms beyond just raising prices or lying about availability. For example, the Act addresses wheelchair access in some newer properties. Learn what the Fair Housing Act covers, how to complain, and how the investigation process works. File a Housing Discrimination Complaint If you think you have experienced housing discrimination, Complete and submit a Housing Discrimination Complaint Form or  Contact your regional HUD office LGBTQ Discrimination The Fair Housing Act does not specifically prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. But discrimination against someone who is lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ) may still be in violation of the Act or other state or local regulations. If you think you've been discriminated against based on sexual orientation or gender identity, file a complaint as described above.