Landlords cannot refuse to rent to you because of who you are. It is against the law for landlords to reject you because of:
There are some rules about how many people can occupy a rental unit, depending upon the number of bedrooms and the square feet.
If you feel you have been refused housing for any of these reasons, you can contact the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by phone at 1.800.669.9777. Information is given in English and Spanish. Or go on line to http://portal.hud.gov/portal/page/portal/HUD
Landlords must keep the home or apartment that you rent safe and in good condition. If you have a problem:
If your landlord does not fix the problems, you may be able to make a legal charge against him or her.