Fair Housing
A NJ housing developer who advertises 'spacious units—no pets' is:
AViolating the FHA since pets are protected
BGenerally permissible, as pet ownership is not a protected class—however, they must allow assistance animals as a reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities✓ Correct
CViolating the NJ LAD
DRequired to accept all pets under NJ law
Explanation
Pet restrictions are generally legal since pet ownership is not a protected class. However, landlords must always allow assistance animals (service animals and emotional support animals) as a reasonable accommodation for tenants with disabilities, regardless of a no-pet policy.
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