A report I just heard says, SOME apartment complexes have been denying applicants because of heavy tattoos and body piercings. According to the fair housing officials with San Antonio city government and the Federal government, it may be unfair but it is NOT ILLEGAL unless the tattoos have religious or racial significance.
As a long time Realtor, I was surprised by this, because Fair Housing is something I have been taught and practiced for many years. I personally do not like tattoos or piercings (except pierced earrings) but never dreamed someone could be denied because of them. This is a very interesting story aired on WOAI News and the public response has been very engaging. Everyone has an opinion on this.
The complex's policy is to ban anyone with head or neck tattoos, or tattoos that cover more than 40% of the arm, eyebrow or tongue piercings, more than one nose ring and more than five earrings. "Grillz" over the teeth are also included.
The apartments are owned by a California company that has the same policy for all their complexes. Would you like to see the same policy in your area? DO YOU THINK this is the way of the future OR will it just go to court?
For more information check out WOAI.com
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