It is effective Aug. 1, 2024.This ordinance is referred to as the Source of Income Discrimination Ban Ordinance" - which is identified in File #231019 and amends sections of Chapter 38 (Civil Rights) and Chapter 34 (Health and Sanitation) in the Missouri Revised Statutes for the purpose of classifying source of income as a protected trait in regard to housing discrimination.Here are some key takeaways from the attached ordinance:This ordinance bans discrimination against tenants based solely on:Source of income from an occupation, including gig work or paying rent in cash Use of public programs like Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, disability checks, or social security Poor credit score Prior evictions and alleged damages older than 12 months (less than 12 months can be a basis for denial) Prior convictions or arrests (sexual and violent crimes are excepted, a landlord can still deny based on these convictions)The ordinance also requires the city to proactively scan for rental ads using discriminatory language like "no Section 8" or "no past evictions".Landlords who are found to be in violation of the ordinance with respect to source of income can be fined up to $1,000 per incident.

Do some research on violent crimes near Justina Rd.

But when it's all over, you have to surrender your property.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eminent_domain_in_the_United_StatesThe examples I cited my be less violent than Molotiv cocktails (or major storms, earthquakes, or volcanoes), but they still have the potential to disrupt one's life in a major way.

Ask more questions.Here's an excerpt from our rental criteria.LEGAL/CRIMINAL HISTORY1.Criminal offenses of a violent nature against either person or property will result in denial.2.Applicants with a non-violent criminal misdemeanor that occurred more than two years ago or a non-violent criminal felony that occurred more than five years ago may be considered if restitution for their crime was made in full and all time was served.Also, we may require an additional security deposit and demonstration of good employment history, credit history, and rental history since the time of the crime.Multiple offenses may result in denial regardless of what the employment, credit and rental history shows.

You still got to hustle to get those sorts of leads to return your calls/mailings/violent threats/etc.

No violent felonies.He asked if its ok for the son to visit from time to time.  

Of course, not knowing who is living there may have other risks, such as, are there any convicted sexual or violent offenders living in the home.

If it was 6 months ago and it was something violent, not so much. 

This helps if the tenants are violent or uncooperative (even the worst tenants don't screw around with a uniformed officer in my experience), and additionally a proof of service by the local sheriff holds up well in court later if you have to proceed with eviction.Feel free to PM me if you have more questions.

I mean are they a violent criminal that you fear will vandalize the place or accost the tenants?