Fair Housing
Housing that qualifies as 'housing for older persons' (55+ communities) under the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) is exempt from which fair housing protected class?
ARace and color
BFamilial status (children under 18)✓ Correct
CDisability
DNational origin
Explanation
Under HOPA, qualifying 55+ communities that meet specific criteria (at least 80% of units occupied by at least one person 55 or older, published policies, compliance surveys) are exempt from the familial status protected class.
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Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
EasementA non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
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