Fair Housing
What is the 'housing for older persons' (HOPA) exemption in fair housing law?
AAn exemption allowing any landlord to restrict housing to persons over 40
BA limited exemption from familial status protection for communities with at least 80% of units occupied by persons 55+ with published age policies✓ Correct
CAn exemption for nursing homes from fair housing laws
DA federal program providing housing subsidies for seniors
Explanation
The Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) provides an exemption from the Fair Housing Act's familial status prohibition for qualifying 55+ communities. To qualify, at least 80% of occupied units must house one resident who is 55 or older, and the community must have policies demonstrating intent to be senior housing.
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