Fair Housing
In South Carolina, what is 'disparate impact' in fair housing law?
AAn intentional act of discrimination
BA facially neutral policy or practice that has a disproportionately negative effect on a protected class✓ Correct
CA difference in property values between neighborhoods
DThe impact of fair housing law on property values
Explanation
Disparate impact theory holds that a policy can be discriminatory even without discriminatory intent if it has a disproportionate negative effect on a protected class and is not justified by a legitimate business necessity. HUD's disparate impact rule applies to fair housing cases.
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