Fair Housing
Which of the following best describes the purpose of 'affirmatively furthering fair housing' (AFFH) under federal law?
ARequiring all housing providers to report annually on their tenants' demographics
BRequiring recipients of federal housing funds to take active steps to overcome patterns of residential segregation✓ Correct
CMandating that all housing developments include equal numbers of all protected classes
DRequiring all real estate agents to market in minority communities
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act requires HUD and recipients of federal housing funds to 'affirmatively further fair housing' — meaning they must take proactive steps to overcome historic patterns of segregation, promote integration, and remove barriers to fair housing choice. AFFH goes beyond merely avoiding discrimination.
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