Fair Housing
In South Carolina, which of the following is a permissible reason to deny housing to an applicant?
AThe applicant has children
BThe applicant's national origin
CThe applicant has an eviction judgment for non-payment of rent within the last two years✓ Correct
DThe applicant practices a minority religion
Explanation
Prior eviction for non-payment is a legitimate, non-discriminatory business reason to deny tenancy. Denying housing based on familial status, national origin, or religion violates the Fair Housing Act.
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