Fair Housing
Housing for older persons (55+ communities) in Pennsylvania is exempt from the Fair Housing Act's familial status provisions if:
AThe community was built before 1968
BAt least 80% of occupied units have at least one person 55 or older, the community publishes policies demonstrating its intent as 55+ housing, and the community complies with HUD rules✓ Correct
CAll residents are at least 65 years old
DThe community is owned by a nonprofit organization
Explanation
To qualify for the '55 and older' exemption under the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA), a community must: (1) have at least 80% of occupied units with at least one resident 55+, (2) publish and follow policies that demonstrate 55+ intent, and (3) comply with HUD's age verification requirements.
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