Are there any exceptions to Fair Housing Law for existing tenants?

Yes, there are exceptions to Fair Housing Law for existing tenants in Texas. These exceptions include when a landlord can legally discriminate against a tenant or reject a tenant based on certain criteria. For example, it is legal for a landlord to reject a tenant if they cannot provide proof of sufficient income, such as a job and/or bank statements. It is also legal for a landlord to reject a tenant if they have a criminal record, or if they have an eviction record in the past. It is also legal for a landlord to enforce a “first come, first served” policy when selecting tenants. This means that a landlord can select tenants based on who offered the rent first, regardless of any other criteria. It is also legal for a landlord to prefer to rent to someone of the same cultural or religious background. Finally, it is legal for a landlord to deny rental to someone based on their age, if they are under a specific age, such as 18 or 21. This does not apply to students who are 18 or over and attending college/university and are in need of a rental. In summary, there are certain exceptions to Fair Housing Law for existing tenants in Texas. These include proof of sufficient income, criminal record, eviction record, “first come, first served” policy, cultural and religious background, and age.

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