Fair Housing
In Minnesota, the age restriction exemption under the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) requires that the housing community:
ABe 100% occupied by persons 55 or older
BHave at least 80% of occupied units with at least one resident 55 or older, publish policies demonstrating intent to be 55+ housing, and follow age verification procedures✓ Correct
CBe certified by HUD annually as age-restricted housing
DRestrict occupancy to persons 62 or older
Explanation
To qualify for the HOPA exemption from the familial status prohibition, a Minnesota housing community must: (1) have at least 80% of occupied units with at least one resident 55 or older, (2) publish and follow policies demonstrating intent to be housing for persons 55+, and (3) maintain procedures to verify the ages of occupants.
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