Fair Housing
A NC property management company that has a policy of not renting to people with criminal records must be careful because:
ACriminal record policies are always legally prohibited
BBlanket criminal record exclusions may have disparate impact on racial minorities and may violate the FHA unless they are tailored to legitimate safety concerns✓ Correct
CThis policy is fully exempt from fair housing review
DOnly arrests, not convictions, create fair housing issues
Explanation
HUD guidance indicates that blanket exclusions based on criminal history may have disparate racial impact and violate the FHA. Policies should be individualized, considering the nature of the crime, time elapsed, and rehabilitation.
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