CLP Regulatory & Fair Housing Compliance 2

Question 1

A prospective tenant discloses they have an emotional support animal (ESA). Under the Fair Housing Act, which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

The landlord must allow the ESA as a reasonable accommodation even in a no-pets building

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The landlord may charge a pet deposit for the ESA

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ESAs are only protected in buildings with 5 or more units

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The landlord can require the ESA to be a specific breed

Question 2

Which federal law prohibits discrimination based on disability in housing and requires reasonable accommodations?

Accepted Answer

Fair Housing Act (FHA) as amended in 1988

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program

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Civil Rights Act of 1964

Question 3

A leasing agent tells a Black applicant that units in Building A are unavailable, while showing the same units to a White applicant the same day. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Discriminatory misrepresentation

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Blockbusting

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Steering

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Redlining

Question 4

Under the FHA, familial status protection covers which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Individuals under age 18 living with a parent, legal guardian, or designee

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Only married couples with children

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Grandparents raising grandchildren only if court-ordered

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Only biological parents

Question 5

A resident requests a reserved parking space near their unit due to a mobility impairment. This is best classified as a request for:

Accepted Answer

A reasonable accommodation

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A modification

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A lease amendment

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A unit transfer

Question 6

Which HUD form must be displayed in a housing provider's office to indicate compliance with the Fair Housing Act?

Accepted Answer

Fair Housing Equal Opportunity poster

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HUD-1 Settlement Statement

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Lead Paint Disclosure form

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Section 8 eligibility poster

Question 7

Under the FHA, which of the following questions is ILLEGAL to ask a rental applicant?

Accepted Answer

Are you planning to start a family?

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How many people will be living in the unit?

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Have you ever been evicted?

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Can you provide references from previous landlords?