Fair Housing
A landlord in New Mexico has a 'no pets' policy. A prospective tenant requests permission to keep a service dog. The landlord must:
AEnforce the no-pets policy uniformly
BAllow the service dog as a reasonable accommodation under fair housing law✓ Correct
CCharge an additional pet deposit for the service dog
DRequire the tenant to obtain written certification from the NMREC
Explanation
Service animals and emotional support animals are considered reasonable accommodations under the Fair Housing Act and the ADA for persons with disabilities. Landlords may not deny such accommodations.
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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.
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.
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.
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