Judy’s ad to rent out a room mentions "No pets or assistance animals." What is the implication under fair housing laws?

The statement in Judy's ad that specifies "No pets or assistance animals" implies a potential violation of fair housing laws. Under the Fair Housing Act, individuals with disabilities have the right to request reasonable accommodations, which includes the allowance for assistance animals, even in no-pets policies.

By excluding assistance animals, Judy's ad could be seen as discriminatory against people who rely on these animals for support. The implication is that her policy negatively affects individuals with disabilities, which is a protected category under fair housing laws. Thus, the law is applicable because it prohibits discrimination based on disability and mandates that reasonable accommodations be made when necessary.

This understanding emphasizes the importance of recognizing and adhering to fair housing practices to ensure that individuals with disabilities are not unjustly excluded from housing opportunities.