Fair HousingIntermediateDelaware Exam

Which of the following exemptions to the Fair Housing Act applies to owner-occupied buildings with no more than four units?

AThe private club exemption
BThe religious organization exemption
CThe Mrs. Murphy exemptionCorrect
DThe sole owner exemption

Why The Mrs. Murphy exemption Is Correct

Answer C: The Mrs. Murphy exemption

The 'Mrs. Murphy' exemption allows an owner who lives in a building with four or fewer units to rent the other units without complying with most Fair Housing provisions (provided they don't use discriminatory advertising or a broker).

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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