Fair Housing

Senior housing communities in Indiana may legally restrict occupancy to persons 55 and older if they:

AHave been in existence for more than 20 years
BMeet the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) requirements: at least 80% of occupied units must have one resident 55 or older and must publish and follow policies demonstrating intent to house seniors✓ Correct
CHave fewer than 20 units
DAre located in a state-designated senior zone

Explanation

Under HOPA, a 55-and-older community may restrict families with children if: at least 80% of occupied units have one resident 55 or older, the community publishes and follows policies that demonstrate intent to be 55+ housing, and it registers with HUD.

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