HUD Publishes Proposed Rule to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently published a new proposed rule, Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing. The rule addresses and implements the Fair Housing Act’s mandate to promote fair housing choice, eliminate disparities in housing, and foster inclusive communities. The rule would put into place a requirement that every five years, program participants must submit to HUD an equity plan analyzing fair housing issues in their communities and strategies to address them.

HUD will also hold virtual briefings to cover the main components of the proposed rule. The briefings target different groups of stakeholders. To sign up for the briefings, use the links for each:

• February 9 Briefing – 3:30-4:30 pm EST (planning by Public and Indian Housing program participants)
• February 10 Briefing – 3:30-4:30 pm EST (engagement by residents and community members)