Fair Housing
Oregon's fair housing law was amended to add 'height' as a protected class in housing. The prohibition against height discrimination means:
ABuilding height restrictions in zoning are illegal
BA landlord cannot refuse to rent or impose different terms based on a person's physical height✓ Correct
COnly applicable in Multnomah County
DOnly applies to commercial real estate
Explanation
Oregon added 'height' as a protected class in housing (along with weight) under the Oregon fair housing law. A landlord cannot discriminate against a tenant or buyer based on their physical height.
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Key Terms to Know
Zoning
Local government regulations that control land use by dividing areas into zones specifying permitted uses, building sizes, and densities.
Fair Housing ActFederal 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.
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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