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Under federal fair housing law, which of the following is a protected class that prohibits a landlord from refusing to rent to applicants solely because they have young children?

Correct Answer

B) Familial status is a protected class under the federal Fair Housing Act, covering households with children under age 18.

The federal Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. § 3604) explicitly prohibits discrimination based on familial status, defined as one or more individuals under age 18 living with a parent, legal guardian, or designee. Refusing to rent because an applicant has children is a direct violation of this protected class.

Answer Options
A
Familial status is protected only under Illinois contract law, not federal fair housing law.
B
Familial status is a protected class under the federal Fair Housing Act, covering households with children under age 18.
C
Familial status protections apply only to commercial leasing arrangements, not residential rentals.
D
Familial status is protected only when the household includes three or more children.

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