[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

Yes, they can. This is a 55+ community, and properties here have capacities. I believe the maximum number of occupants is 4. Or at least, it is in some of the deed restrictions. It might vary depending on the type of home and which village it's in.

The 80/20 law applies to the minimum required for seniors, not the maximum allowed for non-seniors. The 80/20 law means that a 55+ community MAY forbid ANY children residing in the home, if it wants to set up the community regulations that way. The law exists to protect seniors. The Villages allows UP TO 20% of homes to be occupied by people where no one is 55 or older, AND it also forbids anyone under 19 living in any of the homes.

It's not enforced, but it IS the regulation of this community, as allowed by federal law. Theoretically, a couple could move in, and neither of them be 55 or older. But if they have a baby - that baby would not be permitted to live here. They'd have to make a decision - have someone outside the Villages raise the kid, or move out.

And I believe you are correct---those are the rules for OWNERSHIP. But do those restrictions apply to those that rent?????