Fair Housing
A landlord in Delaware refuses to allow a disabled tenant to install a grab bar in the bathroom. Under fair housing law, the landlord:
AIs within their rights to refuse any modifications
BMust allow reasonable modifications at the tenant's expense with a restoration agreement✓ Correct
CMust pay for the modification
DMay refuse only if the building is pre-1978
Explanation
Under the Fair Housing Act, landlords must allow disabled tenants to make reasonable modifications to the unit at the tenant's own expense. The landlord may require the tenant to restore the property upon move-out.
People Also Study
Related Delaware Questions
- A disabled tenant asks a Delaware landlord to install an accessible parking space closer to the building entrance. This is a request for a:Fair Housing
- Under the Fair Housing Act, 'familial status' protects which of the following?Fair Housing
- What is 'reasonable accommodation' under the Fair Housing Act for a disabled tenant?Fair Housing
- Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following is an example of a 'reasonable modification' a disabled tenant may make?Fair Housing
- A Delaware landlord refuses to rent to a family because they have a child. Under the Fair Housing Act, this is:Fair Housing
- A Delaware tenant requests a reasonable accommodation for a disability — specifically, a reserved parking spot close to their unit. The landlord refuses. This is most likely:Property Management
- What is 'deferred maintenance' in the context of Delaware property management?Property Management
- Under Delaware landlord-tenant law, a landlord who fails to make a required repair after receiving written notice from the tenant may face:Property Management
Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
Study This Topic
Practice More Delaware Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Delaware Quiz →