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

Answer

Under the FHA, emotional support animals must be permitted as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, and no pet deposit can be charged.

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

Answer

The Fair Housing Act was amended in 1988 to add disability and familial status as protected classes requiring reasonable accommodations.

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

Answer

Discriminatory misrepresentation occurs when a housing provider falsely states that units are unavailable to members of a protected class.

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

Answer

Familial status protects households with children under 18 living with a parent, legal guardian, or person with written permission from such guardian.

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

Answer

A reasonable accommodation is a change in rules, policies, practices, or services that allows a person with a disability equal opportunity to use and enjoy housing.

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CLP Regulatory & Fair Housing Compliance 2