Fair Housing

It is the policy of Worth Township, in the exercise of its power, to regulate unfair discrimination for the protection of public health, safety, morals, and welfare, and to assure fair housing and freedom from discrimination throughout the Township.

This Board was formed to protect the community from residential segregation and discrimination based on race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, parental status, military status, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity, housing status, Section 8 participation, and other protected characteristics.

The Fair Housing Review Board consists of three Worth Township residents appointed to three-year terms by the Supervisor, with the advice and consent of the Board of Trustees.The Board includes a chairman, co-chairman, and member at large. It meets regularly to review and discuss issues related to fair housing and works closely with federal, state, and local agencies.

Through coordination, education, and information sharing, the Board supports the Township’s commitment to eliminating housing discrimination and promoting equal housing opportunities for all residents.

Worth Township conducts business in accordance with the Federal Fair Housing Laws.

It is illegal to discriminate against any person based on race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, parental status, military status, military discharge status, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity, housing status, Section 8 participation, or covered criminal history.