Fair HousingIntermediateCalifornia Exam

Under the Fair Housing Act, a landlord must allow a tenant with a disability to make reasonable modifications to the unit if:

AThe landlord approves the modifications in advance, per standard fair housing compliance practice
BThe tenant agrees to restore the unit to its original condition upon leavingCorrect
CThe modifications cost less than $500, under federal and California fair housing law
DThe property has more than four units, as defined under the Fair Employment and Housing Act

Why The tenant agrees to restore the unit to its original condition upon leaving Is Correct

Answer B: The tenant agrees to restore the unit to its original condition upon leaving

Under the Fair Housing Act, a landlord must permit reasonable modifications for disabled tenants, but may require the tenant to agree to restore the property to its original condition when they vacate (at the tenant's expense). In California, fair housing protections are enforced by the California Civil Rights Department (CRD, formerly DFEH) under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

Exam Tip: Fair Housing

Fair Housing questions test both federal (Fair Housing Act of 1968) and state-level protected classes. The federal protected classes are race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability. Many states add additional protections.

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