Housing Law

A person who rents a property is called a?

• landlord

• rentee

• tenant

• lease 

Which of the following is a benefit of public housing?

• Increased property values

• Affordable housing for low-income families

• Promotion of urban sprawl

• Higher rent prices

What is the primary purpose of housing law?

• To regulate the construction of buildings

• To ensure fair housing practices

• To increase property taxes

• To promote luxury housing

Which of the following is a common issue addressed by housing law?

• Noise pollution

• Discrimination in renting

• Traffic congestion

• Water pollution

What is a tenant's legal obligation under most housing laws?

• To pay rent on time

• To renovate the property

• To insure the property

• To sell the property

Which government body typically enforces housing laws?

• Department of Education

• Housing Authority

• Environmental Protection Agency

• Department of Transportation

What is a common protection offered to tenants under housing law?

• Right to sublet without permission

• Right to a safe and habitable living environment

• Right to change the property structure

• Right to refuse rent payment

Which of the following is a legal reason for a landlord to evict a tenant?

• Tenant's race

• Tenant's religion

• Non-payment of rent

• Tenant's nationality

What is the term for a legal agreement between a landlord and tenant?

• Contract

• Lease

• Deed

• Title

Which of the following is NOT typically covered by housing law?

• Rent control

• Property taxes

• Zoning regulations

• Internet service