Fair Housing
A landlord in NC who has a 'no pets' policy decides to refuse to rent to a tenant with a service animal trained to assist with a disability. This action most likely violates:
ANo law, because a no-pets policy is legitimate
BThe Fair Housing Act's requirement to make reasonable accommodations for disabilities✓ Correct
CThe ADA but not the Fair Housing Act
DOnly the NC Residential Rental Agreements Act
Explanation
Service animals and assistance animals are not considered pets under the Fair Housing Act. A landlord must make a reasonable accommodation and permit them, even with a no-pets policy.
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