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District of Columbia Source of income discrimination

Last reviewed 2026-10-23

Can a landlord refuse Section 8 or other source of income in District of Columbia?

Source of income is a protected trait in DC housing.

Verified Source: D.C. Code § 2-1402.21 · last checked 2026-10-23

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