TCS Fair Housing and Lease Requirements 3

Question 1

Which protected class was added to the Fair Housing Act in 1988?

Accepted Answer

Disability and familial status

Answer

The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 added disability and familial status as federally protected classes under the FHA.

Question 2

An owner refuses to rent to an applicant because they receive Section 8 voucher assistance. This is:

Accepted Answer

Illegal only if the state or local jurisdiction has source-of-income protections

Answer

Federal law does not prohibit source-of-income discrimination, but many states and localities have enacted laws protecting voucher holders from discrimination.

Question 3

A LIHTC lease may allow the owner to terminate tenancy for:

Accepted Answer

Good cause only, such as nonpayment of rent or material lease violations

Answer

LIHTC regulations require that tenants may only be evicted for good cause, such as nonpayment of rent, lease violations, or other legitimate reasons.

Question 4

Which agency enforces the Fair Housing Act at the federal level?

Accepted Answer

HUD and the Department of Justice

Answer

The Fair Housing Act is enforced by HUD through complaint investigations and by the Department of Justice through pattern-or-practice litigation.

Question 5

A property has 100 LIHTC units. Under the Fair Housing Act, how many units must be accessible for persons with mobility disabilities?

Accepted Answer

At least 5% of the total units

Answer

Under the Fair Housing Act design and construction requirements, at least 5% of total units in covered multifamily housing must be accessible for mobility disabilities.

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TCS Fair Housing and Lease Requirements 3