Fair Housing
Under Virginia law, a landlord who retaliates against a tenant for reporting a housing code violation may be liable for:
ANo liability, as landlords may not renew leases for any reason
BActual damages, attorney's fees, and other relief under Virginia's anti-retaliation provisions✓ Correct
CA $100 fine payable to the locality
DOnly a verbal warning from the local housing authority
Explanation
Virginia's VRLTA prohibits landlord retaliation against tenants who report code violations or exercise legal rights. A retaliating landlord may be liable for actual damages, court costs, and attorney's fees.
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