Fair Housing (alternative)
Which of the following is NOT a defense to a Maryland or federal Fair Housing Act claim?
AThe property qualifies as a 55+ housing community
BThe landlord has religious objections to the applicant's marital status✓ Correct
CThe owner exemption applies (small landlord, owner-occupied)
DThe property is owned by a religious organization for its members
Explanation
Religious beliefs are NOT a defense to a fair housing claim. The Fair Housing Act provides specific exemptions (55+ housing, small owner-occupied housing, religious organizations for their members), but personal religious objections to a protected class do not exempt a landlord.
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