Fair Housing
What is the 'housing voucher program' (Section 8) and how does Delaware's fair housing law affect its acceptance?
ASection 8 vouchers must be accepted by all Delaware landlords
BSection 8 is a federal rental assistance program; Delaware's source of income protection makes it illegal to refuse rental housing to otherwise qualified Section 8 voucher holders✓ Correct
CSection 8 vouchers are only required to be accepted in HUD-funded housing
DDelaware has no specific requirement regarding Section 8 acceptance
Explanation
Delaware's fair housing law includes 'source of income' as a protected class, which means Delaware landlords generally cannot refuse to rent to otherwise qualified applicants solely because they are using a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8 assistance).
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