Are there any specific prohibitions under Fair Housing Law?

Yes, there are specific prohibitions under Fair Housing Law in Nevada. These include the following: • Discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability. This means that landlords may not refuse to rent, sell, or otherwise make unavailable housing to individuals based on their race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability. • Refusal to make reasonable accommodations in rules, policies, practices, or services when such accommodations may be necessary to afford individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling. • Refusal to allow reasonable modifications to the dwelling or common area (at the tenant’s expense) if such modifications may be necessary to afford an individual with disabilities the full enjoyment of the premises. • Advertising or making any statement that indicates a preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability. • Retaliation against any person who has filed a complaint alleging discrimination. It is important to note that there are other prohibitions under the Fair Housing Law that are not addressed here. It is important to read and understand all applicable laws and regulations to ensure compliance with Fair Housing Law in Nevada.

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