California’s fair housing laws are among the most comprehensive in the country, and they apply to nearly all residential rental properties in the state. Because California law goes beyond federal requirements — and continues to evolve — understanding state-specific rules is critical to avoiding legal risk. These laws are not always straightforward, and even well-intentioned policies or practices can create compliance concerns.

This webinar provides a clear, practical introduction to the fundamentals of California fair housing law. While not an exhaustive review of every possible issue, the session is designed to establish a strong foundation and working knowledge of core principles, helping housing providers avoid common pitfalls and prepare for more advanced, issue-specific education.

Topics will include:

• The protected characteristics under California law, including lesser-known protections such as source of income and veteran or military status
• How the law regulates both intentional discrimination and neutral policies that may have an unintended discriminatory effect
• The reasonable accommodation process and common accommodation requests
• Examples of common policies that may pose fair housing risks, such as occupancy standards, children’s rules, using criminal background checks, and refusing to rent Section 8 recipients

Speakers:

Live Webinar: $45 CAA Member or $85 Non-Member
Live and On-Demand Webinar: $55 CAA Member Or $95 Non-Member
Estimated Course Length: 1 Hr.

Qualifies for 1 Unit of CCRM Continuing Education Credit for current

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