Fair Housing
In South Dakota, the term 'protected class' in fair housing law refers to:
AWealthy buyers who receive special treatment
BGroups of people given legal protection against discrimination in housing✓ Correct
CProperties protected from development due to historical status
DRental properties in protected conservation areas
Explanation
Protected classes in fair housing law are groups of people whom the law protects from housing discrimination. Federal protected classes include race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. Some states and localities add additional protected classes.
Related South Dakota Fair Housing Questions
- Under South Dakota's Human Relations Act and federal Fair Housing Act, which of the following is a protected class?
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- Under the Fair Housing Act, a real estate professional who provides different information or services to buyers based on their race is guilty of:
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- Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following is a reasonable accommodation for a person with a disability?
- Under the federal Fair Housing Act, which of the following is permitted?
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