Ventura Housing Connection Series: Fair Housing Essentials workshop - January 29, 2026

The City of Ventura held a Fair Housing Essentials workshop on January 29, 2026, aimed at educating landlords, tenants, and housing providers about fair housing laws and best practices. The session, led by real estate attorney Jennifer Felton, covered the history of fair housing, federal and California-specific laws, protected classes, and landlord obligations including accommodations for disabilities and emotional support animals. The workshop emphasized compliance with evolving state laws, documentation of tenant selection processes, and proactive responses to complaints to mitigate legal risks. Resources such as the Housing Rights Center and the Real Estate Fraud Advocacy Team were highlighted as support for both landlords and tenants. The city also announced upcoming workshops addressing new landlord-tenant laws and basics of renting, reinforcing its commitment to community education and fair housing enforcement.