Fair Housing
The Fair Housing Act exemption for senior housing (55+ communities) requires that:
AAll residents are exactly 55 years old
BAt least 80% of occupied units have at least one person 55 or older✓ Correct
CThe community was built before 1975
DAll residents have disabilities
Explanation
The Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) exempts age-restricted communities from the familial status provisions if at least 80% of occupied units have at least one resident 55 or older and the community publishes and follows policies demonstrating intent to be senior housing.
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