Fair Housing
A Maine landlord asks a prospective tenant if they have children because the building has a pool. The question about children is:
ALegal if the pool presents a safety concern
BGenerally a violation of familial status protections under the Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
CLegal if followed by a waiver of liability
DOnly illegal if used as a basis to deny the application
Explanation
Asking about children as a screening question violates familial status protections under the Fair Housing Act, regardless of the stated reason. A landlord may impose safety rules that apply equally to all residents.
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