Fair Housing
What is the 'advertising exception' for senior housing under HOPA, and how does it apply in Pennsylvania?
ASenior housing may advertise using age-restricted language only in AARP publications
B55+ communities meeting HOPA requirements may advertise as senior housing and state age restrictions in their marketing, which would otherwise be discriminatory familial status advertising✓ Correct
CAll advertising for senior housing must include a Fair Housing Equal Opportunity logo
DSenior housing is exempt from all advertising regulations under Pennsylvania law
Explanation
Communities qualifying under HOPA's 55+ exemption may advertise their age restrictions without violating familial status protections. Such advertising must still comply with fair housing requirements for other protected classes (race, religion, etc.). Pennsylvania's senior housing communities (which are numerous, particularly in the Philadelphia suburbs and retirement areas) routinely market their 55+ status to attract appropriate buyers and renters. All advertising must include the Equal Housing Opportunity logo.
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