Fair Housing
What is 'housing for older persons' (HOPA) in Delaware and what are the qualifying requirements?
AAny housing primarily occupied by seniors
BA Fair Housing Act exemption for communities where 80%+ of occupied units have at least one resident age 55 or older, which maintains policies demonstrating intent to be senior housing and undergoes occupancy surveys✓ Correct
CAll age-restricted communities where residents are 62 or older
DAny housing that prohibits children under 18 from residing
Explanation
HOPA exempts qualifying 55+ communities from the familial status protected class. Requirements: at least 80% of occupied units must have one resident 55 or older; the community must publish policies demonstrating senior housing intent; and must conduct age-verification surveys every 2 years.
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