Fair Housing
Which of the following is an example of disparate impact under fair housing law?
AA landlord who explicitly says he won't rent to minorities
BA neutral policy that statistically results in a disproportionate adverse effect on a protected class✓ Correct
CAn agent who steers clients based on race
DA developer who refuses to sell to persons of a certain religion
Explanation
Disparate impact occurs when a facially neutral policy disproportionately harms members of a protected class, even without discriminatory intent. Courts have recognized disparate impact claims under the Fair Housing Act.
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