Which rental transaction is covered by the Fair Housing Act?

The Fair Housing Act is designed to prevent discrimination in housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability. Among the options provided, the rental of a unit in a triplex that does not involve discriminatory advertising falls under the coverage of the Fair Housing Act.

In the case of a triplex, which typically means there are three separate living units, the involvement of more than one rental unit generally subjects the landlord to the provisions of the Fair Housing Act. The absence of discriminatory advertising further affirms the compliance with the Act, demonstrating a commitment to fair housing practices.

The other scenarios presented may not fall under the Fair Housing Act due to various exemptions. For instance, in owner-occupied buildings with a certain number of units or specific familial or personal arrangements, exemptions can apply, limiting the applicability of the act in those instances. Thus, the context of multiple rentals and the absence of discrimination in advertising makes option C the clear choice concerning coverage by the Fair Housing Act.