You can call toll-free 1 (800) 669-9777. If your complaint involves a possible violation of the Fair Housing Act, the specialist will assist you in filing an official housing discrimination complaint.Do you need to file a fair housing discrimination complaint? The Civil Rights Division investigates and resolves housing discrimination complaints. If a person thinks they have been discriminated against with respect to housing, they must file their complaint with the Civil Rights Division within 12 months. You can call FHEO directly to lodge your complaint or fill out and file a complaint form. Submit this form to NFHA if there is no fair housing center in your area. We will review your submission and follow up to conduct an intake. HUD will investigate. List names and contact information of persons who may have knowledge of the alleged discrimination.