Ohio Source of income discrimination
Can a landlord refuse Section 8 or other source of income in Ohio?
Ohio's fair housing law bars refusing to rent or setting different terms because of race, color, religion, sex, military status, familial status, ancestry, disability or national origin. Source of income is not on the list. Check local ordinances.
Verified Source: Ohio Rev. Code § 4112.02(H) · last checked 2026-10-23
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