Under what circumstance can familial status provisions allow refusal to rent to families with children?

Familial status provisions under the Fair Housing Act are designed to protect families with children from discrimination in housing. However, there are specific circumstances in which such protections do not apply. One of those exceptions is when a property is intended for seniors.

Properties that qualify as "housing for older persons" generally include those which have at least 80% of the units occupied by at least one person age 55 or older, or that are designed specifically for elderly residents. In these cases, the owners can legally refuse to rent to families with children, as the intent of the property is to cater to a senior demographic.

The other options do not provide valid exceptions under the familial status provisions. For instance, a single-family home can still be rented to families with children unless it is otherwise designated. A property located in a district with schools is also not exempt, as proximity to schools does not change familial status protections. Vacation rentals typically do not fall under the same regulations, as they are often intended for temporary lodging and do not necessarily adhere to long-term housing laws.