Fair Housing
What is 'source of income' protection and does Delaware include it in fair housing law?
ASource of income is a protected class under federal Fair Housing Act
BSource of income protection prohibits discrimination against tenants based on how they pay rent (Section 8 vouchers, disability payments, etc.); Delaware has passed legislation adding source of income as a protected class in rental housing✓ Correct
CSource of income is not protected at the state or federal level in Delaware
DSource of income protection only applies to commercial rentals in Delaware
Explanation
Source of income (SOI) is not a federal Fair Housing Act protected class, but Delaware enacted legislation adding it as a state-level protected class in rental housing. This means Delaware landlords cannot refuse to rent to tenants using Section 8 housing choice vouchers, disability payments, or other lawful income sources. SOI protections in Delaware enhance housing access for lower-income renters.
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