CAM Regulatory Framework and Compliance 2

Question 1

Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following is NOT a protected class at the federal level?

Accepted Answer

Source of income

Answer

Source of income is not a federally protected class under the FHA, though some states and localities have added it.

Question 2

A landlord refuses to rent to a family with children, citing a 'quiet building' policy. This is most likely a violation of which law?

Accepted Answer

Fair Housing Act – familial status

Answer

Refusing to rent to families with children violates the FHA's familial status protections unless the property qualifies as housing for older persons.

Question 3

Which federal agency primarily enforces the Fair Housing Act?

Accepted Answer

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

Answer

HUD is the primary federal agency responsible for administering and enforcing the Fair Housing Act.

Question 4

A reasonable accommodation request under the FHA requires the housing provider to:

Accepted Answer

Change rules or policies to allow a person with a disability equal opportunity to use the housing

Answer

A reasonable accommodation involves changing rules, policies, or services so that a person with a disability has equal opportunity to use and enjoy the housing.

Question 5

Under the Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act, disclosure of known lead-based paint is required for residential housing built before:

Accepted Answer

1978

Answer

Federal law requires disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards for housing built before 1978, when lead paint was banned for residential use.

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CAM Regulatory Framework and Compliance 2