Fair Housing
A Mississippi landlord's 'no children' policy for a two-bedroom apartment is:
ALegal since landlords can set reasonable occupancy standards
BIllegal familial status discrimination unless the property qualifies for the senior housing exemption✓ Correct
CLegal if approved by the local housing authority
DOnly illegal if the landlord previously rented to families
Explanation
A blanket 'no children' policy constitutes familial status discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. Familial status is a protected class.
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