Fair Housing
The Fair Housing Act requires that all covered multifamily housing built after March 13, 1991 provide accessible design features. This applies to buildings with:
AAny number of dwelling units
B4 or more dwelling units✓ Correct
C10 or more dwelling units
D20 or more dwelling units
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act's design and construction requirements apply to all buildings with 4 or more dwelling units completed for first occupancy after March 13, 1991 — for buildings with elevators, all units; for buildings without elevators, ground-floor units.
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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.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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