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Under Michigan fair housing law and the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, which of the following scenarios would NOT qualify for a recognized fair housing exemption?

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D) A licensed real estate broker refusing to show listings in a particular neighborhood to buyers based on their weight

A licensed real estate broker refusing to show listings based on a buyer's weight is a clear violation of the Michigan Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, which lists weight as a protected class (MCL 37.2502). No exemption exists for licensed real estate professionals acting in their professional capacity. Licensed brokers and salespersons are fully subject to the Elliott-Larsen Act and cannot rely on any of the limited exemptions available to private owners, religious organizations, or private clubs. This scenario does NOT qualify for any exemption.

Answer Options
A
A religious organization renting apartments in a building it owns exclusively to members of its congregation for non-commercial purposes
B
An owner-occupant renting one room in a three-bedroom home while living there and sharing kitchen and bathroom facilities with tenants
C
A bona fide private club renting rooms in its lodge exclusively to dues-paying members on a non-commercial basis
D
A licensed real estate broker refusing to show listings in a particular neighborhood to buyers based on their weight

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