Fair Housing
An Idaho landlord who requires a higher security deposit from a tenant who uses a wheelchair is:
APermitted to do so because the wheelchair may cause property damage
BViolating the Fair Housing Act's prohibition against disability discrimination✓ Correct
CFollowing proper risk management procedures
DPermitted if the amount is disclosed in the lease
Explanation
Charging a higher security deposit based solely on a tenant's disability (wheelchair use) is disability discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. Landlords cannot impose different terms or conditions based on protected classes.
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