Fair Housing
In South Dakota, a landlord advertising a 'quiet building' may unintentionally be:
AViolating fair housing law by implying families with children are not welcome✓ Correct
BFollowing legal advertising standards since 'quiet' is a neutral term
CComplying with senior housing exemptions
DRequired to specify the building's noise levels
Explanation
Advertising a 'quiet building' or 'adult community' (without qualifying as senior housing) can be interpreted as discouraging families with children from applying, which constitutes discrimination based on familial status. Advertising must not suggest a preference or limitation based on protected class characteristics.
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