Fair Housing
Disparate impact under Maine and federal fair housing law means:
AIntentionally treating protected classes differently
BA neutral policy that has a disproportionately negative effect on a protected class✓ Correct
CRefusing to serve a specific neighborhood
DCharging different deposits to different ethnic groups
Explanation
Disparate impact refers to a facially neutral policy or practice that, while not intentionally discriminatory, has a disproportionately negative effect on members of a protected class. It can constitute unlawful housing discrimination.
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