Fair Housing
Under Washington's fair housing law, a new apartment project must meet accessibility requirements for persons with disabilities in:
AAll units in all multifamily buildings
BAll units in covered multifamily buildings of 4 or more units built for first occupancy after March 13, 1991✓ Correct
COnly ground-floor units
DOnly buildings with elevators
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act's accessibility design requirements apply to covered multifamily dwellings (4+ units) built for first occupancy after March 13, 1991. All ground-floor units and all units in elevator buildings must meet the seven design requirements.
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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.
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.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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