"55 or older" exemption to the familial status class requires that ____ of the units be occupied by persons 55 or older, and must provide significant facilities and services to meet the physical and social needs of older persons.

"55 or older" exemption to the familial status class requires that ____ of the units be occupied by persons 55 or older, and must provide significant facilities and services to meet the physical and social needs of older persons.

• A. 60%
• B. 70%
• C. 80%
• D. 90%

Answer: (C)

This item tests the age-exemption rule for housing under the Fair Housing Act. To qualify as a 55 or older exemption, two things must be met: at least 80% of the units must be occupied by at least one person aged 55 or older, and the property must provide significant facilities and services designed to meet the physical and social needs of older persons. The 80% figure ensures the development is primarily intended for older adults, not mixed-age housing, while the facilities and services requirement shows there are real, tangible benefits addressing aging needs (such as social programs, transportation, health-related services, etc.). Since 80% is the mandated occupancy threshold, that is the correct standard here.

This item tests the age-exemption rule for housing under the Fair Housing Act. To qualify as a 55 or older exemption, two things must be met: at least 80% of the units must be occupied by at least one person aged 55 or older, and the property must provide significant facilities and services designed to meet the physical and social needs of older persons. The 80% figure ensures the development is primarily intended for older adults, not mixed-age housing, while the facilities and services requirement shows there are real, tangible benefits addressing aging needs (such as social programs, transportation, health-related services, etc.). Since 80% is the mandated occupancy threshold, that is the correct standard here.