New Hampshire RSA 354-A:10 bars Manchester landlords from refusing to rent based on a tenant's lawful source of income, including Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, Social Security, and child support.
New Hampshire's anti-discrimination statute, RSA 354-A:10, includes 'source of lawful income' as a protected category in housing transactions. Manchester landlords may not refuse to rent, set different terms, or refuse to participate in inspection or contracting processes solely because a prospective tenant's income comes from a Housing Choice Voucher, Social Security Disability, TANF, or court-ordered support. The Commission for Human Rights enforces the statute, accepting complaints within 180 days of the discriminatory act. Federal Fair Housing Act protections layer over the state statute for race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability.
Refusing 'no Section 8' applicants, advertising 'no vouchers,' or imposing different lease terms on voucher holders triggers Commission for Human Rights enforcement, civil penalties, and damages.
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