Fair Housing
What is a 'housing accommodation' versus a 'reasonable modification' under the Fair Housing Act?
ABoth terms refer to physical changes to the property
BA reasonable accommodation is a change in rules, policies, or practices; a reasonable modification is a physical alteration to the unit or common areas — both may be required to enable full use by a person with a disability✓ Correct
CAccommodations are required only for commercial properties; modifications for residential
DBoth are required only in federally subsidized housing
Explanation
Under the Fair Housing Act: a reasonable accommodation is a change in rules, policies, or practices (e.g., waiving a no-pets policy for an assistance animal). A reasonable modification is a physical structural change (e.g., installing grab bars, widening doorways). Both must be provided for persons with disabilities; in private housing, the tenant typically pays for modifications.
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