Fair Housing
A Washington property manager's written rental application unlawfully requires applicants to provide their:
ASocial Security number for credit check purposes
BNational origin and birthplace✓ Correct
CEmployment history for the past 2 years
DCurrent landlord's contact information
Explanation
Requiring applicants to disclose their national origin is a fair housing violation. Landlords may ask for information needed for legitimate screening purposes (credit, income, rental history) but not information about protected class characteristics.
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