Section 8 Tools is committed to supporting fair housing practices throughout all our services, tools, and interactions. We believe that everyone deserves equal access to housing opportunities regardless of their background or personal characteristics.

This policy reflects our dedication to promoting equal housing opportunities and preventing discrimination in all housing-related activities conducted through our platform.

We strictly adhere to all federal fair housing laws, including the Fair Housing Act, which prohibits discrimination in housing-related activities based on:

• Race or color
• National origin
• Religion
• Sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation)
• Familial status (including pregnancy and children under 18)
• Disability or handicap
• Source of income (including Section 8 vouchers, where prohibited by local law)

In addition to federal protections, we comply with all applicable state and local fair housing laws, which may provide additional protections based on characteristics such as:

• Marital status
• Age
• Military or veteran status
• Source of income (including government assistance programs)
• Sexual orientation and gender identity
• Immigration or citizenship status
• Domestic violence survivor status
• Any other characteristics protected by local ordinances

All users of Section 8 Tools are expected to comply with fair housing laws when using our platform. This includes:

• Property listings must not contain discriminatory language or preferences
• Screening criteria must be applied consistently and legally
• Rental decisions must be based on legitimate business criteria
• Reasonable accommodations must be made for individuals with disabilities
• Section 8 vouchers and other government assistance must be accepted where required by law

We support the rights of individuals with disabilities and are committed to:

• Ensuring our platform is accessible to users with disabilities
• Supporting landlords in understanding their obligations for reasonable accommodations and modifications
• Providing resources about accessibility requirements in housing
• Facilitating communication between tenants and landlords regarding accommodation requests

As a platform focused on Section 8 housing, we are particularly committed to protecting the rights of voucher holders:

• We encourage landlords to accept Section 8 vouchers and other government assistance
• We provide information about local source of income protection laws
• We do not tolerate discrimination against tenants based on their participation in government assistance programs
• We support equal treatment for all qualified applicants regardless of their payment method

The following practices are strictly prohibited on our platform:

• Refusing to rent, sell, or negotiate housing based on protected characteristics
• Discriminating in terms, conditions, or privileges of housing
• Advertising housing in a discriminatory manner
• Making false statements about availability of housing
• Steering individuals to or away from certain areas based on protected characteristics
• Retaliating against individuals who exercise their fair housing rights
• Refusing reasonable accommodations or modifications for individuals with disabilities

We are committed to educating our users about fair housing rights and responsibilities:

• Providing educational materials about fair housing laws
• Offering guidance on compliant screening and rental practices
• Sharing resources from HUD and other fair housing organizations
• Promoting best practices for inclusive housing policies

If you believe you have experienced housing discrimination or witnessed violations of fair housing laws:

• Contact us immediately at section8tools@gmail.com
• File a complaint with HUD at www.hud.gov or call 1-800-669-9777
• Contact your state or local fair housing organization
• Consult with a fair housing attorney if necessary

We take all reports seriously and investigate promptly while maintaining confidentiality to the extent possible.

Section 8 Tools reserves the right to:

• Remove listings that violate fair housing laws
• Suspend or terminate user accounts for discriminatory practices
• Cooperate with government investigations
• Take legal action to enforce fair housing compliance
• Implement additional measures to prevent discrimination

For questions about this Fair Housing Policy or to report violations:

• Email: section8tools@gmail.com
• Business Name: Section 8 Tools

For additional fair housing resources:

• U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): www.hud.gov
• National Fair Housing Alliance: nationalfairhousing.org
• HUD Fair Housing Complaint Hotline: 1-800-669-9777

This Fair Housing Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in laws, regulations, or our practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage users to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our fair housing commitments.