Fair Housing
A NH apartment community that markets itself as a '55+ community' is exempt from the familial status provisions of the Fair Housing Act if:
AIt is located in a municipality that has adopted senior housing zoning
BAt least 80% of units are occupied by at least one person 55 or older, and the community follows HUD guidelines✓ Correct
CAll residents are 62 or older
DThe community was built before 1990
Explanation
The Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) provides a Fair Housing Act exemption for communities where: (1) at least 80% of occupied units have at least one resident 55 or older, (2) the community publishes and adheres to policies demonstrating intent to be 55+ housing, and (3) the community complies with HUD regulations.
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Key Terms to Know
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.
ZoningLocal government regulations that control land use by dividing areas into zones specifying permitted uses, building sizes, and densities.
Earnest MoneyA deposit made by the buyer when submitting a purchase offer, demonstrating serious intent and serving as consideration for the contract.
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.
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