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MHCO Note:  Although the limit for 2025 will be set at 10%, housing providers should be aware that legislative action in 2025 could quickly change the limit formula downward.

|Published: Sep. 23, 2024, 'Oregonian'.

WHAT DOES THE LAW SAY?

Virtually all forms of “familial discrimination” became illegal under the FHAA, such as the refusal to rent to tenants because they had children; imposing different terms or conditions of rental depending upon whether they had children; discouraging persons from living in a manufactured housing community if they had children, etc.

While setting up a disaster plan for manufactured home communities, rv park or floating home community,  be sure to include steps that would reduce the risk of damage or injury.  Here are some actions to consider:

1. Form 21 Pet Agreement. The form now includes a “Notice of Rights Under ORS 90.530” which summarizes management’s rights and restrictions. It is contained at the top of the first page so it can’t be missed.

By Kriston Capps

Fair housing law generally prohibits discrimination based on familial status, but there’s a limited exception that applies to senior housing communities that qualify as “housing for older persons.” To qualify, senior housing communities must meet strict technical requirements.

Introduction.  The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) generally provides that when most employees work more than a 40-hour week, they are entitled to additional compensation.