Fair Housing & Disability Compliance Boot Camp
2-Part Webinar Series for Housing Professionals | Get Trained. Stay Compliant.
In today’s housing landscape, navigating fair housing obligations—especially related to disability and mental health—is more complex than ever. This exclusive 2-session webinar bundle delivers the essential knowledge and practical guidance you need to stay compliant with the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)—even in the most challenging scenarios.
From interpreting overlapping legal protections to handling hoarding cases and tenant hazards, this series helps you protect your organization while honoring the rights of residents.
Session 1: Where Fair Housing and ADA Collide – Decoding Disability Distinctions
Gain clarity on the intersection of the FHA and ADA and how each law defines and protects individuals with disabilities. This session focuses on decoding overlapping obligations, navigating reasonable accommodations, and handling common compliance pitfalls.
Webinar Highlights:
- Understanding how FHA and ADA definitions of disability differ (and overlap)
- What qualifies as a reasonable accommodation under each law
- Responsibilities of housing providers under both statutes
- Real-world scenarios where FHA and ADA collide
- Managing dual obligations for public and private housing settings
Learning Objectives:
- Compare and contrast disability definitions under FHA and ADA
- Identify when each law applies and how to avoid conflicting compliance actions
- Understand HUD guidance on reasonable accommodations
- Analyze case studies involving missteps in applying the correct legal standard
- Develop a coordinated approach for disability-related requests
Session 2: Curbing Fair Housing – Hoarding, Hazards & the Duty to Accommodate
Explore how to address hoarding and unit hazards in a way that upholds fair housing protections and maintains safety. This session focuses on practical strategies for identifying when and how to provide accommodations, and when health and safety override disability-related requests.
Webinar Highlights:
- Hoarding disorder as a recognized disability under FHA
- Navigating the duty to accommodate without compromising safety
- When tenant conditions become a direct threat or undue burden
- Best practices for inspections, documentation, and legal compliance
- Using interactive processes to resolve difficult accommodation requests
Learning Objectives:
- Determine when hoarding qualifies for protection under FHA
- Balance resident rights with property-wide health and safety
- Implement step-by-step strategies for managing unit hazards
- Respond effectively to resident pushback or repeated violations
- Avoid discrimination claims while enforcing reasonable standards
Who Should Attend
This comprehensive 2-part training is essential for any housing professional responsible for resident interaction, legal compliance, or property oversight. This includes:
- Property Managers
- Compliance Officers
- Housing Authority Staff
- Supportive Housing Providers
- Resident Services Coordinators
- Legal Counsel or Risk Managers
- Maintenance & Inspection Personnel
- Anyone involved in processing accommodation requests
Whether you work in public housing, private rental, nonprofit, or HUD-funded programs, this Fair Housing & Disability Compliance Boot Camp is a must-attend.
Why This Bundle?
- Clarify complex legal obligations under FHA and ADA
- Learn how to manage real-life challenges like hoarding and mental health disabilities
- Reduce legal risk and strengthen your compliance posture
- Equip your team with actionable tools and language for responding to requests
