Fair Housing
A Virginia housing complex that advertises '55 and older community' and meets HUD requirements is exempt from familial status discrimination claims. For this exemption, the complex must have:
A100% of occupants over 55
BAt least 80% of occupied units with at least one person 55+ AND policies demonstrating intent to be 55+ housing✓ Correct
CAll units reserved for persons 62+
DOnly 10 units or fewer
Explanation
For the 55+ exemption: at least 80% of occupied units must have at least one resident age 55 or older, AND the community must publish and follow policies demonstrating its 55+ intent, AND be registered with HUD.
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