From the mid-19th century to the mid-20th century, certain property deeds in Springfield included discriminatory language to restrict ownership based on race. Although the language is no longer enforceable, it is still on those property titles today. Property owners may not know the discriminatory language is there since their Title may reference the documents instead of directly quoting them.

Resources:

• Visit our Fair Housing webpage to learn about how the Fair Housing Act applies in Springfield.
• Click to learn more about Discriminatory Covenants on Springfield Oregon Property Titles (PDF). This includes how to identify if your property contains a Discriminatory Provision.
• Only the Lane County Circuit Court (website) can remove discriminatory language from your property title. For information, call the main phone number and ask to speak with the Cashiers.
• Click to access the State of Oregon’s form to remove Discriminatory Provisions (website) from your property title.