Fair housing law prohibits discriminating against applicants and tenants based on protected characteristics. The federal Fair Housing Act names protected classes including race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability — and many state and local laws add further protections, such as source of income.
In practice, compliance means applying the same written criteria to everyone, avoiding discriminatory advertising, and making the accommodations the law requires for disabilities. Because protected classes and specific duties vary by jurisdiction and change over time, this is general education, not legal advice — confirm your local obligations with a professional.
This is general educational information, not legal or tax advice. Rules vary by state and locality and change over time — check your local law and confirm specifics with a qualified professional.