Fair Housing Services

Mission Statement

Our mission is to educate citizens on Fair Housing laws and eliminate housing discrimination.

Vision Statement

The vision of Garland Fair Housing Services is for everyone to have the opportunity to enjoy his or her home and community as a fundamental human concept, free from discrimination. We strive to emphasize the rich cultural diversity of our citizens.

Goals

• Significantly reduce incidents of housing discrimination through effective education concerning housing rights to landlords and tenants; and provide investigation, conciliation and remediation services.
• Continue to promote Garland as an inclusive, affordable, and accessible community.
• Address discriminatory housing practices in accordance with the Garland Fair Housing Ordinance and the Fair Housing Act of 1968, as amended, through investigation, conciliation, and resolution services.