Fair Housing
Under New York law, which of the following is a legitimate reason a housing provider may use in tenant selection without violating fair housing laws?
ARejecting applicants who have children
BRequiring a minimum income of 40 times the monthly rent as an income qualification✓ Correct
CGiving preference to applicants of a certain ethnic background
DRejecting applicants with any prior criminal conviction
Explanation
Using objective, non-discriminatory financial qualifications (such as requiring income of 40 times the monthly rent, which is a common NYC standard) is lawful. This is applied equally to all applicants regardless of protected class.
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