Fair Housing
A Colorado property manager who advertises 'No criminal history' in all rental listings should be aware that:
ACriminal history screening is always permitted under the Fair Housing Act
BBlanket criminal history bans may have a disparate impact on protected classes and should be tailored to be job-related or relevant to tenancy✓ Correct
CCriminal history is a protected class under Colorado law
DOnly felonies can be considered in rental decisions
Explanation
HUD's guidance indicates that blanket bans on persons with criminal records may have a disparate impact on racial minorities (who are arrested and convicted at higher rates). Landlords should use individualized assessments considering the nature and time of the offense rather than blanket exclusions.
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