CAN A LANDLORD DISCRIMINATE AGAINST CERTAIN KINDS OF TENANTS?
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A property owner/manager or agent is prohibited from discriminating
on the grounds or race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry,
sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or familial status in the sale or renting of housing. This includes arbitrary discrimination (e.g., welfare, long hair, etc.).
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A landlord cannot refuse to rent to tenants just because the household
includes one or more children. Both federal and state laws prohibit
"adults only housing", but an apartment complex that meets the legally
designated standards for senior housing may exclude families with children.
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During tenancy a landlord is prohibited from treating one class of residents
differently than another, for example responding more slowly, or performing
work haphazardly for minorities, families, or any sub-group of residents.
Rules should be the same for everyone and not overly restrictive, in
particular a property owner/manager/agent cannot place arbitrary limitations
in regard to terms, conditions, privileges, services, or facilities based on
the residents ages.
If you feel that you have been discriminated against you may file
a complaint with the state Department of Fair Employment and Housing
or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, (HUD).
PPSC has the necessary forms to assist you in this course of action.
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