Fair HousingIntermediateAlaska Exam

An Alaska landlord refuses to make a reasonable accommodation for a tenant with a mobility impairment. The landlord argues the building has fewer than 15 units. Is this a valid defense?

AYes, Fair Housing Act exemptions apply to buildings under 15 units, a pattern seen in many similar transactions
BNo, the Fair Housing Act's disability provisions apply to virtually all residential housing regardless of sizeCorrect
CYes, only HUD-funded housing must make reasonable accommodations
DYes, buildings built before 1991 are exempt

Why No, the Fair Housing Act's disability provisions apply to virtually all residential housing regardless of size Is Correct

Answer B: No, the Fair Housing Act's disability provisions apply to virtually all residential housing regardless of size

The Fair Housing Act's disability provisions apply broadly to nearly all residential housing, with very limited exemptions. The 15-unit threshold applies to the ADA and employment law, not the Fair Housing Act.

Exam Tip: Fair Housing

Fair Housing questions test both federal (Fair Housing Act of 1968) and state-level protected classes. The federal protected classes are race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability. Many states add additional protections.

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