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Iowa Source of income discrimination

Last reviewed 2026-10-23

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

Source of income is not a protected class in Iowa's housing anti-discrimination section. Iowa Code § 216.8 covers race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability and familial status.

Verified Source: Iowa Code § 216.8 · last checked 2026-10-23

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