Fair Housing
A NJ housing provider who refuses to provide an application to a person accompanied by an assistance dog is:
AActing within their rights under the no-pet policy
BLikely violating fair housing law by refusing to engage in the accommodation process✓ Correct
CFollowing the NJ health code
DProtected by NJREC rules
Explanation
Refusing to even provide an application to a person with an assistance animal is a discriminatory act under the FHA and NJ LAD, as it denies the person with a disability the opportunity to apply for housing and engage in the reasonable accommodation process.
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Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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