Fair Housing
What is 'sexual harassment' in the housing context and is it a fair housing violation?
AOnly physical harassment qualifies
BYes — sexual harassment by a landlord, property manager, or real estate professional is sex discrimination under the Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
CSexual harassment is not covered by fair housing law
DOnly harassment by other tenants is covered
Explanation
Sexual harassment by landlords, property managers, real estate agents, or others involved in housing transactions constitutes sex discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. HUD has issued regulations specifically addressing harassment in housing.
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Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
State-Specific Concepts
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