Source of Income
- What does the law say about protections based on the source of income in housing?
- What housing subsidy programs are protected under source of income laws?
- Who is required to comply with source of income protection laws?
- Are housing providers allowed to post notices or advertisements stating "No Section 8" or indicating preferences against any form of rental assistance?
- What are the consequences for housing providers who do not comply with anti-discrimination laws?
- Do source of income protections apply in non-rental situations?
- How are tenants screened for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers by the Housing Authority?
- Can a housing provider set their own rent amounts?
- If a housing provider requires tenants to meet a specific income level to qualify for a unit, how does this standard apply to tenants with a Section 8 voucher?
- Are applicants receiving rental assistance permitted to provide documentation of their ability to pay rent through evidence other than a credit report?
- Are housing providers permitted to screen applicants for income eligibility to ensure they can pay their rent?
- Can housing providers use other screening criteria for applicants who receive rental assistance?
- What are some examples of discriminatory practices that are prohibited?
- Where can I find more information about source of income discrimination?