Fair HousingIntermediateCalifornia Exam

Under the federal Fair Housing Act, which property type is specifically exempt from the prohibition against familial status discrimination?

ASingle-family homes sold by owner-brokers, as defined under the Fair Employment and Housing Act
BHousing for older persons (55+ communities meeting specific criteria)Correct
CStudio apartments in buildings with fewer than 10 units, consistent with federal Fair Housing Act protections
DAll federally subsidized housing, per standard fair housing compliance practice

Why Housing for older persons (55+ communities meeting specific criteria) Is Correct

Answer B: Housing for older persons (55+ communities meeting specific criteria)

The Fair Housing Act contains an exemption for 'housing for older persons' — specifically, communities where at least 80% of occupied units have at least one person age 55 or older and that publish and follow policies demonstrating intent to be 55+ housing. Familial status, added by the 1988 Fair Housing Amendments Act, protects families with children under 18, pregnant women, and anyone securing legal custody of a minor.

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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