Fair HousingIntermediateArizona Exam

In Arizona, fair housing protections apply to which categories BEYOND the seven federal protected classes?

AAge and political affiliation in all jurisdictions statewide
BSexual orientation, gender identity, and source of income (in some jurisdictions)Correct
COccupation and educational level, which remain unprotected under state law
DCredit score and employment history, factors used in tenant screening

Why Sexual orientation, gender identity, and source of income (in some jurisdictions) Is Correct

Answer B: Sexual orientation, gender identity, and source of income (in some jurisdictions)

While federal Fair Housing law protects seven classes (race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, disability), Arizona and many of its cities have expanded protections. Sexual orientation and gender identity are commonly added state/local protected classes in Arizona, and some municipalities protect source of income.

Exam Tip: Fair Housing

Fair Housing questions test both federal (Fair Housing Act of 1968) and state-level protected classes. The federal protected classes are race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability. Many states add additional protections.

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