Fair Housing
Disparate impact under the Fair Housing Act refers to:
AOnly intentional discrimination
BPolicies or practices that appear neutral but have a disproportionately negative effect on a protected class✓ Correct
CDiscrimination limited to advertising
DOnly physical barriers to housing access
Explanation
Disparate impact occurs when a facially neutral policy produces a statistically significant disproportionate adverse effect on a protected class, even without discriminatory intent. Such policies may violate the Fair Housing Act.
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