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After a tenant has moved out of a unit, the company and any individuals are free of any possible fair housing complaint.
After a tenant has moved out of a unit, the company and any individuals are free of any possible fair housing complaint.
False (B)
Which of the following can be considered discrimination on the basis of national origin?
Which of the following can be considered discrimination on the basis of national origin?
Requiring that all applicants and residents speak English or provide their own interpreter
There is no difference between discrimination based on race and color.
There is no difference between discrimination based on race and color.
False (B)
During a fair housing investigation, which of the following is acceptable?
During a fair housing investigation, which of the following is acceptable?
Which of the following is an example of retaliation?
Which of the following is an example of retaliation?
What is a tester?
What is a tester?
What is the best response if someone asks about the ethnic make-up of your property?
What is the best response if someone asks about the ethnic make-up of your property?
When a prospective applicant inquires about the racial makeup of neighborhoods or schools, how should you respond?
When a prospective applicant inquires about the racial makeup of neighborhoods or schools, how should you respond?
Which of the following is NOT a federally protected class?
Which of the following is NOT a federally protected class?
In which of the following circumstances is the resident, rather than the housing provider, responsible for the cost of any reasonable modification?
In which of the following circumstances is the resident, rather than the housing provider, responsible for the cost of any reasonable modification?
Only written statements (such as advertisements and emails) qualify as discriminatory and can lead to a fair housing complaint.
Only written statements (such as advertisements and emails) qualify as discriminatory and can lead to a fair housing complaint.
Telephone relay services were introduced as part of what legislation?
Telephone relay services were introduced as part of what legislation?
Sexual harassment is prohibited under federal law.
Sexual harassment is prohibited under federal law.
When verifying the need for a reasonable accommodation, what can you verify?
When verifying the need for a reasonable accommodation, what can you verify?
All Tax Credit properties fall under Section 504 regulations.
All Tax Credit properties fall under Section 504 regulations.
Who may file a fair housing complaint on the basis of religion?
Who may file a fair housing complaint on the basis of religion?
What is the minimum company size that determines whether the company must have a dedicated Section 504 Coordinator?
What is the minimum company size that determines whether the company must have a dedicated Section 504 Coordinator?
A market-rate property was built in 2005. To which of the following accessibility standards does it need to comply? (Select all that apply)
A market-rate property was built in 2005. To which of the following accessibility standards does it need to comply? (Select all that apply)
Betty is an atheist who is offended that a property she's considering advertises that they are a Catholic Community. Can she file a fair housing complaint?
Betty is an atheist who is offended that a property she's considering advertises that they are a Catholic Community. Can she file a fair housing complaint?
An individual must currently be under lease to file a fair housing complaint.
An individual must currently be under lease to file a fair housing complaint.
Which of the following best defines a 'reasonable accommodation'?
Which of the following best defines a 'reasonable accommodation'?
In an advertisement for a small, two-bedroom house in a neighborhood where many families live, which language is clearly improper under the Fair Housing Act?
In an advertisement for a small, two-bedroom house in a neighborhood where many families live, which language is clearly improper under the Fair Housing Act?
Sexual orientation is a federally protected class.
Sexual orientation is a federally protected class.
State and local laws may add additional protected classes to the seven federally protected classes.
State and local laws may add additional protected classes to the seven federally protected classes.
Which of the following words, if used in advertising, might result in a fair housing complaint?
Which of the following words, if used in advertising, might result in a fair housing complaint?
The housing provider is safe from fair housing complaints if a vendor discriminates against a resident.
The housing provider is safe from fair housing complaints if a vendor discriminates against a resident.
If your company operates 20 units, it is illegal to advertise that your property has a unit available for rent to qualifying men.
If your company operates 20 units, it is illegal to advertise that your property has a unit available for rent to qualifying men.
According to federal law, are alcoholics protected under the disability class?
According to federal law, are alcoholics protected under the disability class?
Which of the following is not an illegal act of housing discrimination as defined by the Fair Housing Act?
Which of the following is not an illegal act of housing discrimination as defined by the Fair Housing Act?
Which of the following is required to receive protections under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)?
Which of the following is required to receive protections under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)?
Which of the following is not a reasonable accommodation?
Which of the following is not a reasonable accommodation?
Which of the following is not a possible consequence of a fair housing violation?
Which of the following is not a possible consequence of a fair housing violation?
Which of the following are violations or potential violations of the Fair Housing Act?
Which of the following are violations or potential violations of the Fair Housing Act?
Which of the following statements is true regarding familial status protections?
Which of the following statements is true regarding familial status protections?
An apartment community has three buildings. The building closest to the pool and playground houses many families, while the building closest to the entrance houses many singles. The third building has a variety of residents. According to Fair Housing laws, what approach should the manager take in leasing available units?
An apartment community has three buildings. The building closest to the pool and playground houses many families, while the building closest to the entrance houses many singles. The third building has a variety of residents. According to Fair Housing laws, what approach should the manager take in leasing available units?
If one resident is using derogatory terms toward another resident that could qualify as sexual harassment, the resident that was the subject of this harassment could bring an action against the property management company.
If one resident is using derogatory terms toward another resident that could qualify as sexual harassment, the resident that was the subject of this harassment could bring an action against the property management company.
Which two of the following must be true to deny a reasonable modification request at a federally assisted property?
Which two of the following must be true to deny a reasonable modification request at a federally assisted property?
Which law gave HUD the authority to enforce fair housing complaints?
Which law gave HUD the authority to enforce fair housing complaints?
Which of the following is an example of steering? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following is an example of steering? (Select all that apply)
Based on federal fair housing law, which of the following people would be protected?
Based on federal fair housing law, which of the following people would be protected?
The fair housing laws prohibit all of the following, except:
The fair housing laws prohibit all of the following, except:
Which of the following can you require of an assistance animal?
Which of the following can you require of an assistance animal?
If American-born Jacob is denied housing due to the fact that a property manager avoids renting to German people and Jacob's grandparents immigrated from Germany, can he file a fair housing complaint?
If American-born Jacob is denied housing due to the fact that a property manager avoids renting to German people and Jacob's grandparents immigrated from Germany, can he file a fair housing complaint?
What additional classes does Colorado protect?
What additional classes does Colorado protect?
Civil Rights Act 1964?
Civil Rights Act 1964?
Fair Housing Act of 1968?
Fair Housing Act of 1968?
Rehabilitation Act 1973?
Rehabilitation Act 1973?
Housing and Community Development Act 1974?
Housing and Community Development Act 1974?
Fair Housing Amendments Act 1988?
Fair Housing Amendments Act 1988?
The Fair Housing Act lists the following as illegal discriminatory acts for all protected classes:
The Fair Housing Act lists the following as illegal discriminatory acts for all protected classes:
A reasonable accommodation is a change to a rule, policy, practice, or service that would allow an individual with a disability equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling. Here are some examples of common reasonable accommodations/modifications:
A reasonable accommodation is a change to a rule, policy, practice, or service that would allow an individual with a disability equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling. Here are some examples of common reasonable accommodations/modifications:
Accessibility requirements?
Accessibility requirements?
Flashcards
Fair Housing Act
Fair Housing Act
A law that prohibits housing discrimination based on categories like race and sex.
Protected Classes
Protected Classes
Groups that are legally protected from housing discrimination.
Discrimination Examples
Discrimination Examples
Unfair treatment in housing like refusing applicants who speak another language.
Retaliation in Housing
Retaliation in Housing
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Testing for Discrimination
Testing for Discrimination
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Fair Housing Inquiries
Fair Housing Inquiries
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Section 504 Coordinator
Section 504 Coordinator
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Accessibility Standards
Accessibility Standards
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Federal Assistance Properties
Federal Assistance Properties
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Sexual Harassment Under Fair Housing
Sexual Harassment Under Fair Housing
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Advertising Violations
Advertising Violations
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Familial Status Protection
Familial Status Protection
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Steering
Steering
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Civil Rights Act of 1964
Civil Rights Act of 1964
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Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988
Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988
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Illegal Housing Actions
Illegal Housing Actions
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Reasonable Accommodations
Reasonable Accommodations
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State-Specific Protections
State-Specific Protections
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Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Rehabilitation Act of 1973
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Housing and Community Development Act of 1974
Housing and Community Development Act of 1974
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Common Reasonable Accommodations
Common Reasonable Accommodations
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Tenant Complaints
Tenant Complaints
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Enforcement by HUD
Enforcement by HUD
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Ethnic Composition Inquiries
Ethnic Composition Inquiries
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Violation Terms
Violation Terms
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Housing Misrepresentation
Housing Misrepresentation
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Equal Opportunities in Housing
Equal Opportunities in Housing
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Alcoholics Protection
Alcoholics Protection
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Study Notes
Fair Housing Act Overview
- Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability.
- State and local laws may extend additional protections beyond the federally protected classes.
Discrimination and Retaliation
- Any tenant can file a complaint after moving out; there are no immunity provisions.
- Discrimination includes requiring applicants to speak English or provide an interpreter.
- Evicting a resident due to a fair housing complaint is considered retaliation.
Fair Housing Investigations
- Acceptable during an investigation includes sending past due rent notices to the complainant.
Testing for Discrimination
- Testers are individuals hired to investigate leasing practices to uncover discrimination.
Fair Housing Inquiries and Responses
- Ethnic composition inquiries should be met with responses emphasizing non-discrimination policies without divulging specifics.
- Inquiries regarding neighborhood racial composition must be directed to appropriate external resources, citing Fair Housing Act restrictions.
Protected Classes and HUD Regulations
- Not all groups are federally protected; for example, "source of income" is not included.
- A minimum of 15 employees is needed for a company to require a dedicated Section 504 Coordinator.
Accessibility Standards
- Properties built after 1991 must comply with Fair Housing Design Manual and ADA standards.
- Federal assistance properties need to accommodate modifications unless they pose undue hardship or alter program fundamentals.
Fair Housing Compliance
- Complaints can be filed without current lease status.
- Sexual harassment is outlawed under federal regulations.
- Alcoholics are protected if not disruptive.
Advertising and Marketing Practices
- Use of terms like "No children" is a violation of the Fair Housing Act.
- Phrases like "Adults only" can also result in complaints.
Familial Status and Steering
- Families expecting adoption are considered protected under familial status.
- Steering constitutes guiding potential residents based on protected class characteristics.
Housing Discrimination Acts
- Civil Rights Act of 1964 laid groundwork for subsequent housing protections but did not specify housing.
- Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 expanded protections to disability and familial status, allowing HUD enforcement.
Legal Protections and Examples
- Actions that qualify as illegal include refusal to rent or negotiate, discriminatory advertising, and misrepresenting unit availability.
- Reasonable accommodations might include assistance animals, modified screening policies, or adjusting lease requirements to aid residents with disabilities.
State-Specific Protections
- Colorado legally protects additional classes including creed, sexual orientation, marital status, and ancestry.
Key Legal Frameworks
- Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Section 504 prohibits discrimination against disabled persons in federally funded programs.
- Housing and Community Development Act of 1974: Added sex as a protected class.
Summary of Common Reasonable Accommodations
- Examples include designated parking, assistance animals, altered rent collection processes, and installations for safety and accessibility.
These notes serve as a comprehensive guide to the Fair Housing Act, its key provisions, and related legal frameworks.
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Test your knowledge of the Fair Housing Act and its provisions against discrimination in housing. This quiz covers topics such as discrimination, retaliation, and fair housing investigations. Ensure you understand the implications and enforcement of housing rights.
