Which year saw the addition of senior housing provisions to fair housing laws?

The correct answer is 1988, which is significant because that year marked the enactment of the Fair Housing Amendments Act. This legislation expanded the existing Fair Housing Act to include protections for families with children and established provisions specifically addressing senior housing. Under this act, certain housing communities were allowed to provide for senior housing that is exempt from some Fair Housing Act requirements, promoting the availability of age-restricted living arrangements.

The addition of senior housing provisions was crucial in acknowledging the unique housing needs of older adults and ensuring that they had access to suitable living environments. The specific criteria established allowed for exemptions, provided that the housing was intended and operated for persons age 55 and older, thereby fostering community environments conducive to seniors while balancing the need to prevent discrimination against families with children.