Fair Housing
A Mississippi apartment complex owner wants to restrict occupancy to 'two persons per bedroom.' Under HUD guidelines, this standard is generally:
AIllegal under all circumstances
BPresumptively reasonable as a starting point but may be adjusted based on unit size, building configuration, and other relevant factors✓ Correct
CRequired by federal law
DOnly enforceable for properties with 5 or more units
Explanation
HUD's Keating Memo establishes that a two-person-per-bedroom standard is generally considered reasonable but is only a starting point. Landlords must consider the actual size of bedrooms and units, age of children, unit configuration, and other factors. Overly restrictive policies may still violate fair housing laws.
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