Fair Housing
A landlord refuses to rent to a prospective tenant who uses a wheelchair because the landlord believes they will damage the property. This is:
AAcceptable, as the landlord can choose tenants based on ability to maintain the property
BA violation of the Fair Housing Act based on disability discrimination✓ Correct
CAcceptable if the landlord requires a larger security deposit instead
DLegal if the unit is on the first floor only
Explanation
Refusing to rent based on a person's disability (including using a wheelchair) violates the Fair Housing Act. Disability is a protected class.
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