Do you have to accept applications from Section 8 Individuals?

[Frank Fiore Jr]

When I have an apartment for rent; do I have to accept applications from individuals that are utilizing or qualified for Section 8.

Can I just state I am not renting to Section 8, or that I am not Section 8 qualified?

Or do I have to accept their application and run the full background as I do for others?

I don't want the hassle of going through the process of having the place inspected and approved etc... but it seems like I have no choice in this matter?

"In Massachusetts, it is against the law to refuse to rent to someone just because the person has a Section 8 voucher. See M.G.L. c.151B, §4(10). "