Fair Housing
Under Oregon's fair housing law, a landlord may ask a prospective tenant about their disability:
AIn all cases to screen for appropriate tenants
BOnly to determine if a reasonable accommodation is needed✓ Correct
CNever, under any circumstances
DOnly if the property has more than 4 units
Explanation
A landlord may not inquire about the nature or extent of a prospective tenant's disability during the application process. However, if a tenant requests a reasonable accommodation or modification, the landlord may ask for documentation confirming the disability-related need if the disability is not obvious. Questions must be limited to what is necessary to evaluate the accommodation request.
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