Fair Housing
A New York housing provider's refusal to allow a tenant with PTSD to keep a service animal is most likely a violation of:
AThe New York Multiple Dwelling Law
BThe Fair Housing Act and New York Human Rights Law (disability/reasonable accommodation)✓ Correct
CThe New York Agricultural and Markets Law
DNo law, as pets can always be denied
Explanation
The FHA and NYSHRL require housing providers to make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, which includes allowing service animals and emotional support animals in housing with no-pet policies.
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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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