Question

Which property transaction would most likely be EXEMPT from fair housing laws in Ohio (assuming that no real estate licensee was involved)?

a. two-unit apartment owned by a church that will rent only to members of its faith
b. the owner-occupant of a four-unit building who refuses to rent to families with children
c. single-family home being sold by the owner who advertises "No Foreigners"
d. woman who lives in one half of the duplex she owns who only rents to other women

Answer 1

The correct option is A: two-unit apartment owned by a church that will rent only to members of its faith

Step-by-step explanation:

Under Ohio housing laws, the only exempt property would be the church apartment. Under the Ohio laws, religious organizations are allowed to give preference of occupancy to their members as long as all members have the same right and there is no racial, origin, or color restriction.