Fair Housing

A Wisconsin senior housing community (age 55+) can lawfully restrict residency to persons over 55 if:

AAll units must be occupied by persons age 65 or older
BAt least 80% of units are occupied by at least one person age 55 or older and HUD requirements are met✓ Correct
CThe community files for an exemption with DSPS annually
DThe community is located in a county with fewer than 50,000 residents

Explanation

Under the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA), a 55+ community qualifies for a Fair Housing Act familial status exemption if at least 80% of occupied units have at least one resident age 55 or older and the community meets HUD's verification and published policy requirements.

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