Fair Housing Practices are guaranteed by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. In Venango County, Charles Gibbons serves as the Fair Housing Officer and local point of contact.
Discrimination
Persons who believe that they have been discriminated against may contact the Office at 814-437-1922 Ext.1128 . After the initial contact, you will be referred to the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission for intake and investigation of the complaint. You may also contact the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission directly at 717-787-9780 or 717-787-7279 (TDD).
Your Rights
Fair Housing is your right in Pennsylvania. For more information visit Fair Housing at Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission.
File a Complaint
In addition, you may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The HUD Portal teaches you how to recognize housing discrimination as well as provides a form for you to complete specific to your complaint. You may file electronically by visiting HUD Portal or call the Hotline at 800-669-9777.
Assistance
If you need assistance, please contact the Venango County Fair Housing Officer at 814-437-1922 Ext.1128. More information is available at the following link:
https://franklinpa.govoffice3.com/fairhousing?&pri=0