Law & Policy

Recovery housing laws vary dramatically from state to state. Here’s what operators need to know about state certification programs, landlord-tenant law, and how state regulations interact with federal protections — from an operator with homes in eight states.

Building and fire codes protect residents — but they’re also one of the most common tools used to harass sober living homes. Here’s how to meet every legitimate requirement and recognize when enforcement becomes discrimination.

Municipalities often impose occupancy caps that specifically target sober living homes. Learn the difference between legitimate building-code limits and discriminatory zoning restrictions — and what you can do when an occupancy rule crosses the line.

Local zoning laws are the most common weapon used against sober living homes. Learn how municipalities target recovery houses, when federal law overrides those restrictions, and exactly what to do when your city says no.

The Fair Housing Act is the single most powerful legal tool available to sober living operators. Learn exactly how it protects recovery homes, what violations look like, and how to fight back — from the author of Recovery Housing Law & Practice.

A comprehensive guide to the federal laws, zoning regulations, permit rules, and state considerations governing sober living homes — written by Dr. Hunter T. Foote, founder of Vanderburgh Sober Living and author of Recovery Housing Law & Practice.