Fair Housing
Disability Rights and Reasonable Accommodation Information
The Durham Housing Authority (DHA) is committed to providing equal housing opportunities and access to programs, services, and activities for individuals with disabilities.
Your Rights
Federal laws, including the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), prohibit discrimination based on disability.
If you have a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation or reasonable modification when necessary to have equal access to DHA housing, programs, services, or activities.
What Is a Disability?
A disability may include a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Disabilities may be visible or non-visible.
How to Request a Reasonable Accommodation or Modification
Residents/Participants may request a reasonable accommodation or modification verbally or in writing through the Property Management Office, DHA staff, or the designated contacts below:
- Property Management Office
- DHA Central Office
423 Morris St, Suite 200
Durham, NC 27703 - DHA Reasonable Accommodation Request Online Form
Non-Retaliation
DHA will not retaliate against any applicant or resident for requesting a reasonable accommodation or modification or for exercising rights protected under federal fair housing and disability laws.
Questions or Complaints
If you believe you have experienced retaliation or discrimination, you may contact the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, or the Durham Human Relations Commission (DHRC).
If you have questions regarding a pending request, contact the staff member handling your request, the Property Management Office, or the DHA Section 504 Coordinator for assistance.
- DHA Section 504 Coordinator For Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher Program):
Tonya Crawley, Director of Housing Choice Voucher Program
Phone (919) 683-1551 ext. 7402 - DHA Section 504 Coordinator for Public Housing and Affordable Housing:
Sean Buchanan, Deputy Operating Officer
Phone: (919) 683-1551 ext. 7205 | Email: sbuchanan@integralresources.com