Fair Housing
In Hawaii, which of the following would be considered discrimination based on 'disability' under the Fair Housing Act?
AA. Refusing to rent to someone in a wheelchair because there are no accessible units available
BB. Refusing to rent to a tenant because they have HIV/AIDS
CC. Charging higher rent because the tenant uses a service animal
DD. Both B and C✓ Correct
Explanation
Both HIV/AIDS and charging higher rent for service animals are violations of the Fair Housing Act's disability protections. HIV/AIDS is a disability; service animals must be allowed without extra charges.
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