Effective Date: [10/21/2012]
Last Updated: [11/21/2025]
At ApartmentExplorer.com, we are fully committed to the principles of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity. We believe everyone deserves access to housing free from discrimination and bias.
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1. Our Commitment
• ApartmentExplorer abides by the Fair Housing Act (Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968), the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, and all applicable federal, state, and local fair housing laws.
• It is illegal to discriminate in housing based on:
o Race
o Color
o Religion
o Sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation)
o Disability
o Familial status (presence of children under 18, pregnancy, or custody status)
o National origin
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2. Prohibited Conduct
Discriminatory language, practices, or restrictions in apartment listings are not permitted on ApartmentExplorer. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Refusing to rent or advertise to someone because of a protected characteristic.
• Stating preferences in listings that exclude certain groups.
• Imposing different terms, conditions, or privileges based on a protected status.
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3. Responsibilities of Landlords & Property Managers
• All landlords, property managers, and agents using ApartmentExplorer.com are required to comply with federal, state, and local housing laws.
• Listings must accurately represent available housing without discriminatory restrictions.
• ApartmentExplorer reserves the right to review, reject, or remove any listing that violates fair housing standards.
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4. Accessibility & Disability Accommodations
• ApartmentExplorer encourages property owners to provide accessible housing information where applicable.
• Discrimination against individuals with physical or mental disabilities is strictly prohibited.
• Reasonable accommodations must be honored as required by law.
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5. Reporting Violations
If you believe a listing or user on ApartmentExplorer.com is engaging in housing discrimination or violating Fair Housing laws:
• Please contact us immediately through our contact form.
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6. Enforcement
• ApartmentExplorer may suspend, remove, or permanently ban any user, landlord, or property manager who violates our Fair Housing Policy.
• We may cooperate with regulatory authorities in the investigation of fair housing violations.
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7. Equal Opportunity Statement
ApartmentExplorer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Housing Platform. We strive to foster inclusive communities where everyone has fair access to rental housing.
