Accessibility First Training Calendar
Upcoming Live Training Events
Need Help Outside of Training? Call the DCRC!
The Design and Construction Resource Center (DCRC) is a dedicated technical assistance hub supporting compliance with the Fair Housing Act’s design and construction requirements. Our team provides expert guidance to architects, builders, developers, code officials, and housing professionals to help ensure accessibility is built in from the start. Most inquiries receive a response within 24 hours.
Email: FairHousingFirst@hud.gov — Call Toll-Free: (888) 341-7781 (V/TTY)
| Training Event | Date | Session 1 | Session 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Housing Act Overview & Upcoming Trainings | January 13, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| The Design and Construction Requirements of the Fair Housing Act: Technical Overview Part 1 | January 27, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| The Design and Construction Requirements of the Fair Housing Act: Technical Overview Part 2 | February 10, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 1: Accessible Building Entrance on an Accessible Route | February 17, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 2: Accessible Public and Common-Use Areas | March 3, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 3: Usable Doors | March 17, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 4: Accessible Route Into and Through the Dwelling Unit | March 24, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 5: Controls in Accessible Locations | April 7, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 6: Reinforced Walls for Grab Bars | April 21, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 7: Specification A Bathrooms | April 28, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 7: Specification B Bathrooms | May 12, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 7: Kitchens | May 26, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 7: Approaches to Appliances in Kitchens | June 2, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines: Supplemental Notice and Special Topics | June 16, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Joint Statement: Accessible Multifamily Dwellings | June 30, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Accessible Areas: Parking | July 7, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act: The Most Common Accessibility Questions | July 21, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act: Common Violations and Solutions | August 11, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act: Access to Recreational Facilities | August 25, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act: Multistory Units and Townhouses | September 1, 2026 | Session 1 - 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST Event | Session 2 - 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Event |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 7: Bathrooms | 05/20/25 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM EDT Register | 2:00 - 3:30 PM EDT Register |
| Fair Housing Act Requirement 7: Kitchens | 06/03/25 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM EDT Register | 2:00 - 3:30 PM EDT Register |
| Fair Housing Act: Multistory Units and Townhouses | 06/24/25 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM EDT Register | 2:00 - 3:30 PM EDT Register |
| Safe Harbors Overview & The Fair Housing Act Design Manual | 07/22/25 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM EDT Register | 2:00 - 3:30 PM EDT Register |
| Fair Housing Act and Other Disability Rights Laws and Resources | 08/19/25 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM EDT Register | 2:00 - 3:30 PM EDT Register |
| Fair Housing Act: Reasonable Modifications and Reasonable Accommodations | 09/02/25 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM EDT Register | 2:00 - 3:30 PM EDT Register |
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Email: FairHousingFirst@hud.gov
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Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST has been contracted by HUD to provide information, materials, and technical assistance to all relevant stakeholders about the accessibility design and construction requirements of the Fair Housing Act as amended in 1988. However, Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST is not responsible for enforcement of the Fair Housing Act. The information, materials, and technical assistance are intended solely as informal guidance and are neither a determination of legal responsibilities under the Fair Housing Act nor binding on any agency with enforcement responsibility under the Fair Housing Act.