Which HUD component investigates housing discrimination claims?

• A. Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity
• B. Office of Public and Indian Housing
• C. Office of Community Planning
• D. Federal Housing Administration

Answer: (A)

HUD’s component that investigates housing discrimination claims is the Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity. This office within HUD handles complaints alleging violations of the Fair Housing Act, conducts investigations, and leads enforcement actions when discrimination is found. It also provides education and outreach to prevent discrimination and helps steer cases toward resolution or remedies for affected individuals.

The other HUD components focus on different functions: the Office of Public and Indian Housing oversees public housing programs and tenant assistance; the Office of Community Planning and Development works on community development and planning initiatives; and the Federal Housing Administration insures mortgages and promotes homeownership, rather than investigating discrimination claims.