Fair Housing
In New Mexico, a property manager applies a policy of 'no Section 8 vouchers' for all their rental properties. Under current law:
AThis is always permitted as a business decision
BWhile not prohibited under federal fair housing, some NM cities have local ordinances prohibiting source-of-income discrimination, making this policy potentially illegal depending on location✓ Correct
CThis is illegal under federal fair housing law
DThis is required for federally subsidized housing
Explanation
Federal law does not require acceptance of Section 8 vouchers, but some New Mexico municipalities have passed local source-of-income protections. Property managers should check local ordinances before implementing blanket no-voucher policies.
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