Notice: The Fair Housing Commission’s hearings have moved online. You can learn about resources for tenants during COVID-19 and how to get free legal help to avoid eviction through Right to Counsel.
What we do
The Fair Housing Commission (FHC) makes sure that renters have safe places to live and that landlords follow housing laws. The five-member commission and staff help people know their rights and responsibilities when it comes to renting a property.
The commission:
- Enforces the City’s Fair Housing Ordinance.
- Conducts hearings on properties that are alleged to be unsafe or in poor condition.
- Verifies that landlords have necessary rental licenses and certificates.
- Educates tenants and landlords on their rights and responsibilities.
- Connects landlords and tenants to resources and assistance.
We believe rental housing that works for everybody makes Philadelphia a better place to live.
Connect
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601 Walnut St.
Suite 300 South Philadelphia, PA 19106 |
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fairhousingcomm |
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Phone:
(215) 686-4670
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